Advanced Practice Counsellor- After care Counsellor

Jean Tweed Centre is a leading, community-based organization that provides a safe and supportive environment for women with substance use, mental health, and gambling concerns. Recognizing the diversity of women’s experience in today’s society, our programs seek to address a range of issues in a woman’s life that may contribute to substance use and gambling concerns. Understanding each woman’s experience within the broader physical, emotional, social, cultural and gender framework, we provide a client-centered approach to health.

This program will improve Jean Tweed’s integrated treatment program bridging women’s transition from intensive treatment to community life. The Aftercare Counsellor will offer evidence-informed aftercare groups (e.g., SMART Recovery, DBT, MBRP) and provide follow-up support for up to six months post-discharge through calls and check-ins to reduce isolation, connect clients to community resources, and track outcomes.

Full-time, Contract (This is an 18-month contract)

This is a hybrid role, with 4 days on-site and 1 day remote

Rate of Pay: $34.10 - $39.89 (37.5 hours/ week)

How will you help to get us there?

As a Counsellor for Advanced Practice, Aftercare Counsellor you will:

• Provide evidence-informed aftercare groups for clients completing an intensive program
• Launch weekly aftercare groups for clients completing an intensive program
• Provide follow-up support for up to six months post-discharge through calls and check-ins to monitor recovery progress, identify potentials relapse risks and reduce isolation for clients
• Provide referrals for supporting care and follow-up with institutions to promote seamless integrated care
• Identify and make accessible a variety of supports including, housing, financial aid, family support, crisis intervention/prevention/support, advocacy for women in need
• Identify and build linkages with agencies, other supporting organizations and social service systems in the area to promote consistent and effective intervention for clients.

Administration

• Maintain documentation of relevant client interactions and interventions, and contacts with collateral supports.
• Monitor the progress of clients, prepare reports and letters as necessary.
• Develop and maintain attendance tracking and evaluation tools
• Collaborate with internal teams and external service providers to coordinate care and referrals.
• Participate in case conferences, supervision, and professional development opportunities as agreed to with Supervisor.
• Engage in ongoing staff development and personal learning as agreed to in performance reviews.
• Collaborate with supervisor to discuss job performance and establish professional goals.

Organizational

• Conduct job responsibilities with a commitment to harm reduction, trauma- informed, women-centred and anti-oppressive practices.
• Abide by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and work in a manner that is safe, reporting incidents immediately to direct supervisor.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Jean Tweed Centre.
• Perform other duties as assigned in order to meet the overall goals and objectives of The Jean Tweed Centre.
• Maintain a client service orientation including learning about/addressing client needs and concerns.
• Work collaboratively including respect others, sharing information, consulting and celebrating shared successes.
• Demonstrate accountability by holding self responsible and following through on commitments.
• Support inclusion and equity by respecting others, embracing diversity and addressing oppression.
• Commit to continuous learning through professional development, giving and receiving constructive feedback and applying new skills.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, or related field.
• Registration in good standing with relevant regulatory body (e.g., Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario).
• 3 years of experience in the field of substance use, mental health and trauma-informed practice.
• Experience working with women who have been involved in the shelter system, criminal justice system, or had difficulty accessing appropriate health services.
• Group facilitation and prgram development skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• Strong computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of community resources and supports in the Toronto area.
• Ability to prepare and present information in both formal and informal settings.
• First Aid/CPR certification.

The Jean Tweed Centre recognizes and values the rich diversity of Canadian society and specifically the women, children and families we serve. We are committed to working from an inclusive and holistic anti-oppression framework to assist women and their families from various cultures, racialized groups, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities. The program strives to build a staff group that reflects the diversity of the community being served.

Ready to apply?

We thank all applicants, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform People & Culture of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any material or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply, but Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority.

Benefits

• Extended Health Care
• Dental Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)