Counselor (MHAP 07/21)

Job Summary: The Mental Health and Addictions Program Counselor provides individuals, groups, and families with counseling therapy for a wide range of mental health needs including clinical disorders, trauma, substance abuse, and crisis intervention/safety planning. Our ideal candidate is:

• Interested in helping to grow a robust mental health practice in a culturally diverse rural community.
• Excited by the opportunity to continue learning and gain experience in the field of mental health.
• Motivated to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to promote mental health and wellness for our patients and our community.
• Inspired by the Mission, Vision, and Values of SLMHC.

Benefits:

We offer an extensive compensation package with dedicated focus on employee health and wellness. We’re pleased to provide our employees:

• A recruitment bonus of $2,500 after probation, plus an additional $2,500 after one-year of employment
• Ongoing retention monetary bonuses
• Extensive employer-paid cultural training, and continuing education
• Excellent dental and health coverage, and Employee Assistance Program
• HOOPP pension plan, the employer matches employee contributions
• Flexible work schedule, continuing work-life balance initiatives

Qualifications: 

• Post-secondary education in the area of Social Work, Psychology, Social Services, Drug and Alcohol, or other Human Services.
• Registration or eligibility to register with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (if a social worker) or another recognized professional counselling college is required
• Current knowledge of child protection/ reportability requirements
• 1-2 years related experience is considered an asset
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience working with First Nations an asset

Job Duties:

• Provide mental health & addiction counselling and case management services in various hospital inpatient / outpatient and community-based settings in accordance with legislation, and Ministry of Health guidelines.
• Target group for these services will be across the lifespan from prenatal to seniors.
• Assesses individual needs and assists clients to improve functioning in the community.
• Works cooperatively and collaboratively with other members of the team.
• Provides services that are individualized and tailored to address clients’ current needs and preferences.
• Must adhere to organizational policies and procedures concerning cleaning, hand hygiene and the use of Personal Protective Equipment in support of Infection Control measures and attend training when necessary