Counselor

• 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

• Masters, Bachelors or Diploma in the area of Social Work, Psychology, Social Services, Drug and Alcohol, or other Human Services
• Registration 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
• Minimum 2 years related experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills

Experience working with First Nations an asset