[Hiring] Mental Health & Addiction Counsellor II @Edgewood Health Network Inc

Role Description

Reporting to the Aftercare Manager, the Mental Health & Addiction Counsellor II primary responsibilities will be to provide individual, group and family therapy, education and ongoing assessment of progress to clients. Case coordination and communication across an inter-professional team is an integral component of the role. Additionally, the clinical counsellor is responsible for communicating with referral agencies, offering support, and guidance to clients and their families.

• Competently manages clients with various mental health concerns, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, and substance use disorders.
• Works therapeutically with diverse client population through group therapy, or other process groups, individual and family therapy and assessment, as required.
• Delivers education sessions to clients, as well as to public audiences and external groups as needed.
• Identifies treatment issues and goals with clients, coordinating across broader clinical teams when appropriate.
• Collaborates in the development, implementation and follow-up of the client care plan and discharge plans (i.e. continuing care plan).
• Completes detailed documentation and charting appropriately. Prepares reports or correspondence in a timely manner.
• Case management of client caseload.
• Participates in regular meetings and consultation meetings of teams – makes recommendations on the basis of the client progress.
• Liaise with referral sources, such as aftercare providers, EAP representative, parole and probation officers, verbally, electronically and/or in writing on a regular basis and documents same.
• Engages in personal professional development, maintains appropriate professional associations, and provides current documentation to the Human Resources Department.
• Act as a resource person for practicum students and other professionals as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum three - five years of clinical experience.
• Professional experience with individuals with concurrent disorders, such as mood and anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, acute stress disorders, and PTSD.
• Master’s degree in regulated health care professionals program required.
• Current registration with a regulated professional College (i.e.: college of SW, College of Psychotherapists).
• CPT certification required or willing to train.
• CBT and DBT certification an asset.
• Knowledge of the DSM-V, including Substance Use Disorders.
• French speaking an asset.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including a yearly allowance of $2,000 for mental health and addiction services, plus $600 for various paramedical services (e.g., massage, physiotherapy).
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program through GreenShield Health.
• Competitive paid time off, with an extra paid day off for your birthday, offered to eligible employees.
• Float Days and Recognized Statutory Holidays, providing additional flexibility and time off for eligible employees.
• Access to in-house fitness facilities or discounted gym memberships.
• Exclusive discounts through Perkopolis on entertainment, insurance, and more.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth through our Education Support Assistance program.
• Supportive relocation opportunities due to our nationwide presence.
• Defined Benefit pension plan with up to a 4% employer contribution.
• Maternity and parental leave top-up.
• Discounts available at Kids & Co. Daycare.