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Counsellor, Substance UseCMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services • Strathroy, ON, Canada
Counsellor, Substance Use

Counsellor, Substance Use

CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services • Strathroy, ON, Canada
Il y a 8 jours
Type de contrat
  • Temps partiel
Description de poste

Job Description

Job Description

Counsellor, Addiction – Substance Use Program

Direct Service Regulated- (OPSEU)

Part-time, Contract (End date : June 30, 2027)

London, ON (London Zone)

This posting is the result of an upcoming vacancy

  • Application Deadline : January 26, 2026 -

We believe that change is possible, for those who are concerned with their substance use and ready to explore options of support.

As a Counsellor in the Substance Use program, you’ll met clients with empathy, and use a strengths-based, harm reduction approach to work alongside them on their recovery journey. Through one to one and group sessions you’ll help clients improve their health, social outcomes and overall quality of life; while also providing referrals and connections to other supports and resources to ensure a comprehensive approach to improving their wellness.

Consider revitalizing your career and making a difference in your community by joining our team!

WHAT WE'RE OFFERING :

WHAT WE'RE OFFERING :

  • What you'll be making - Starting rate for this role is  $30.01  per hour (Level 1 of the Direct Service, Regulated Professional Grid) ;
  • Successful external applicants will start at Level 1, with grid progression based on seniority up to Level 8, $37.26 per hour

  • When you'll work  - 14 hours over two-week period
  • What your benefits will be -  9% in lieu of benefits
  • Your pension plan  - Optional enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
  • HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE :

  • Providing client-centred care from a harm reduction approach
  • Facilitating successful service navigation for clients through empowerment and / or advocacy
  • Sharing in the provision of Entry / First Contact / Intake Services
  • Providing assessment, treatment planning, referral, advocacy, preliminary case management, community treatment and education as appropriate to persons who have concerns about their own substance use or someone else’s.        Counselling may be on an individual or group basis
  • Participating in the facilitation of community treatment groups as needed and appropriate.
  • Engaging in community development, community awareness, education and outreach as designated and appropriate, representing the agency in a professional manner.
  • WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY :

    Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements

    Successful candidates must have a Police Vulnerable Sector Check completed in the last six months. Interested applicants who reside in the City of London and are in need of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) are encouraged to apply for one as soon as possible as PVSCs in the City of London are currently taking approximately 2 weeks to be processed and offers of employment cannot be made without receipt of a PVSC.

    We require the following qualifications :

  • University degree or College Diploma (e.g. BSW, post-graduate diploma in addictions or equivalent  (primary proof of credentials will be required during the hiring process i.e. original degree / diploma or official transcript)
  • Current registration with a professional college
  • Valid Driver’s Licence, adequate insurance and access to a vehicle to carry out job duties
  • Current, clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)
  • Demonstrated ability to attend work regularly
  • We prefer the following qualifications :

  • ASIST and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training
  • 3 years’ experience working in addictions or mental health
  • Clinical work experience ideally in substance use treatment including intake services
  • Demonstrated ability to work with clients who live with multiple challenges related to marginalization, mental illness, substance use, complex health challenges, street level sex work, poverty, homelessness, and trauma
  • Extensive knowledge of community resources, service & support programs, and barriers clients face in accessing same
  • Working knowledge of a variety of treatment, intervention, and support strategies
  • Computer literacy
  • Ability to assess level of risk in regards to clients
  • First Aid & CPR
  • Bilingual both official languages, preferred; préférence sera accordée aux candidats qui sont compétents dans les deux langues officielles du Canada
  • INTERNAL APPLICANTS :   To be considered as an internal applicant, current staff members are reminded to apply using their @cmhatv.ca or @slwar.ca email address.

    Get your application in by – January 26, 2026

    Our recruitment process allows us to learn about your previous work experience, your qualifications and your commitment to fulfilling our vision. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those individuals being considered for a position will be personally contacted by someone from the interview team.

    We welcome and encourage applications from all members of our community including persons of any gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of visible minorities. If you require accommodations related to a disability at any point during the recruitment process, please contact

    Legal Notifications :

  • For legal purposes our full business name is : Canadian Mental Health Association Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services
  • Artificial Intelligence is not currently employed in our recruitment processes
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