ADDICTIONS COUNSELLOR - DIPLOMA
Job Description
As a member of the interdisciplinary team, and under the general direction of the Manager of Mental Health and Addictions, the primary goal will be to restore, maintain and enhance the recovery of people seeking help for addiction and / or addiction related issues by implementing various modalities of addiction recovery programs.
Responsibilities include providing informational programming as well as individual and group counselling sessions with clients.
This position will be expected to assess individual and group needs of clients and implement plans to help clients reach their goals.
Job Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Addictions Counselling Diploma or equivalent program acceptable to the employer
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
Experience
Minimum of one year experience in addictions / mental health at the community or inpatient level would be desirable.