Careers at St. Joseph's Care Group

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Job Title:

Addiction Counsellor 2 FT

Posted Date:

6/18/2024

Closing Date:

6/27/2024

Education Level:

Masters Degree

Job Description

ADDICTION COUNSELLOR 2 (24-0000428)

Bargaining Unit: UNIFOR-SMITH
Status: Full Time
Department: Adult Services
Site: Sister Margaret Smith Centre
Shifts: Days (occasional evening shifts)
Rate of pay: $41.71 - $53.13 per hour

Sister Margaret Smith Centre is seeking a full time Addiction Counsellor to work within the Addiction Services teams. This position is primarily responsible for providing counselling, education and support in the areas of grief, loss, trauma and spirituality for individuals experiencing difficulties with substance abuse and mental health. Services for clients would include group therapy, individual counseling in both our live in treatment and outpatient programs. Candidate should have demonstrated experience in program development, training and evaluation related to the provision of grief, loss, trauma and spirituality.

Qualifications:
- Master's level degree in Social Work or Psychology with a minimum of three years of clinical work
- Specialized training in trauma and/or EMDR is required
- Knowledge and experience working with grief, loss and spirituality. Specialized training is preferred
- Experience with interdisciplinary bio-psychosocial model of care
- Demonstrated understanding of Indigenous Culture and Northern communities
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills
- Excellent group facilitation skills
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently as well as with a team
- Demonstrated regular attendance at work

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

This position shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions.

Offers of employment made to external candidates are conditional upon providing proof of COVID-19 vaccination as per the SJCG Immunization Policy IMS-04-005 or proof of valid medical exemption, prior to the offered effective date. If proof of vaccination or valid medical exemption is not provided, the offer of employment is rescinded.

St. Joseph's Care Group is committed to providing high quality client-centred care by building a respectful and inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves. Individuals who speak a second language including French, Finnish, Italian, Ojibway, Cree, Oji-Cree, etc. are encouraged to apply.

Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.

We thank you for your interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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