Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Addictions and Mental Health(LLGAMH) offers services and programs to people who are experiencing addiction and/or mental health issues. Our main site is located in Brockville, Ontariowhich is found along the beautiful St. Lawrence River in the heart of the famous 1000 Islands Region. LLGAMH has offices throughout the counties of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville including Brockville, Smiths Falls, Kemptville, Prescott, Gananoque and more. Lanark, Leeds and Grenville represent a population of over 170,000 residents.

The Addictions Counselor will meet clients individually to provide assessment and treatment interventions and ensure the most appropriate interventions are offered. They will participate in case conferences and contribute to treatment planning and case management. The Addictions Counsellor will facilitate psychoeducational groups and provide supportive counselling. The Addictions Counsellor will assist clients in navigating the health system with respect to referrals to other agencies, completion of applications and paperwork, and advocating for services. All services are provided in accordance with the mission and established protocols of the Agency.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Establish a therapeutic relationship which is client-centered and based on a partnership.
• Provide individual psychoeducational counselling sessions to clients.
• Co-facilitate psychoeducational groups about substance use, trauma, relationships, and other relevant topics.
• Attend and participate in case conferences to discuss clients' progress and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure the best possible outcomes for clients.
• Use evidence-based interventions, including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapy to support clients in their recovery journey.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and documentation.
• Maintain strict confidentiality, understanding the limits of confidentiality.
• Attend regular training and professional development sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and belief in clients' capacity to change.
• Maintain a high level of organization and attention to detail.

Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience:

• Graduation from a recognized post-secondary institution in a relevant, health-related discipline of study; University degree preferred.
• Registration with a professional college is preferred.
• Two years’ relevant experience providing services to adults who live with a concurrent disorder, preferably in a community setting.
• Two years’ experience working in community mental health and/or addiction, policing, or criminal justice system.
• Formal post-graduate training or certification in substance use and concurrent disorders is required; Current designation as an International Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor is an asset.
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification required.
• Course/workshop in concurrent disorders or equivalent (SMART Recovery Facilitator Training) preferred.
• Group facilitation experience is considered an asset.
• Workshop in Motivational Interviewing preferred.
• Demonstrated crisis intervention skills/experience and ability to respond to crisis situations as they arise; completion of certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI), Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience in program development and evaluation an asset.
• A valid Ontario Driver’s Licence, access to a vehicle, and vehicle insurance with a minimum of $2,000,000 liability.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work independently and also as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships.
• Well-developed problem-solving, prioritization and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical reasoning and decision making skills.
• Analytical skills to gather and disseminate data from different sources.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and manage time effectively; Willingness to be flexible and facilitate change.
• A clear understanding of and ability to demonstrate ethical and professional standards, boundaries and judgement.
• Average to above-average computer and keyboarding skills.
• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector police records check required.
• Ability to work within Mental Health Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care guidelines, Psychosocial Rehabilitation Practitioner’s Code of Ethics, Best Practices, LLGAMH program standards.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical and professional standards and boundaries.
• Compliance with Policy AH-C5 COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

Internal applicants will be considered before external applicants. We thank all applicants for their expressed interest; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $28.68-$30.49 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-06-02
Expected start date: 2023-06-19

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