Addictions Counselor - Pregnancy And Parenting Program

About Canadian Mental Health Association, Huron Perth, Addiction and Mental Health Services.

Canadian Mental Health Association, Huron Perth, Addiction and Mental Health Services ("CMHA HP AMHS") offers community-based addiction and mental health treatment in both Huron and Perth Counties. We provide assessment, referral, counselling and peer support to anyone impacted by their own or someone else's substance use or gambling/gaming or other behavioural excesses and/or mental health concerns.

We offer a collaborative, client-focused workplace where staff are encouraged to learn, grow and use their skills to help us deliver high-quality services and make change possible.

CMHA HP AMHS celebrates workplace diversity and we believe that in order to provide high-quality care, our team must reflect the diverse population it serves.

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that is free of harassment and discrimination. We are strengthened by a diverse workforce; as such, we welcome applications from persons with disabilities, as well as other individuals or groups who have been traditionally marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and members of racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities.

We are pleased to provide accommodation during all stages of the hiring process. Please notify us to advise us of any accommodation needs you may have during the recruitment and selection process.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This is a front line clinical position that assists women who are pregnant and others who are in a care-giving role including mothers, fathers, grand-parents, etc. who are concerned about their own or someone else’s substance use. The incumbent will provide initial assessment and treatment planning, community based treatment and referral to clients who contact the Centre. The incumbent will perform other duties as required, which may include, but are not limited to, data entry, report generation and community education. Regular office hours may include some evening clinical work and availability outside of office hours may be required when appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A Registered Social Worker or Psychotherapist (or eligible to be registered with an Ontario regulatory college whose members can practice psychotherapy). Prior experience providing individual and group treatment with substance use or behavioural issues, as well as experience in system navigation and collaborative care planning. Additionally, the incumbent should possess:

• Clinical work experience ideally in addiction/mental health/violence against women
• Experience with collaborative care planning and system navigation support
• A solid understanding of Harm Reduction and the addiction treatment continuum
• An understanding of the Stages of Change and working from an anti-oppression, social determinants of health lens
• The ability to develop and maintain relationships within and across organizations
• The ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Experience in individual, family, and group therapy; Community development and networking; Record keeping and file management; and Managing clients with complex needs in varying stages of change.
• Ability to function independently, maintain effective working relationships with others, identify problems (practical, individual and interpersonal), use related problem solving skills, and work effectively under pressure or deadlines, with constant interruptions or unpredictability.
• Demonstrated and well developed interpersonal and team work skills, organizational and time management skills, verbal and written communication and listening skills, and advocacy and negotiation capabilities
• CPR and First Aid Certified
• Crisis prevention training is an asset.
• Vulnerable Sector Screening – police check.
• Valid Driver’s license, reliable vehicle and automobile endorsement insurance.
• Ability to travel throughout the Centre’s catchment area, specifically within Huron County

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide assessment, treatment planning, referral, advocacy, case management, community treatment and education as appropriate to parents or pregnant women who have concerns about their own substance use. Counselling may be on an individual or group basis.
• Strong collaboration with other agencies who support this client population
• Provide ongoing program planning, implementation and creative solutions to meet the complex and changing needs of this population
• Provide support and education to significant others concerned about someone else’s substance use
• Provide the above mentioned clinical services at CFC office locations and other locations as designated and needed
• Manage and meet targets for a clinical caseload and maintain direct service requirements and administrative duties.
• Be available for clinical work during regular office hours and on occasion outside of regular hours as needed and when appropriate.
• Engage in community development, community awareness, education and outreach as designated and appropriate, representing the agency in a professional manner.
• Attend and actively participate in team meetings, case conferencing and all-staff meetings.
• Actively participate in the supervisory process with immediate supervisor.
• Engage in and complete special projects as assigned
• Be supportive of and an active participant in the constant evolution and growth of the agency.
• Other duties as directed

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:

• registration with a regulatory college (ex OCSWSSW or CRPO) (required)

Work Location: In person