Mental Health & Addiction Counsellor II

EHN Canada is the nation’s largest private network of industry-leading mental health, trauma, and addiction treatment facilities, each with a passion for providing quality treatment for Canadians.

We are committed to both caring for our patients and supporting their loved ones. With over 100 years of collective experience, our inpatient, outpatient, and online programs are offered across the country, providing essential compassionate care to patients wherever they are.

EHN Canada prides themselves on providing both excellent and accessible care to all Canadians. Learn more at

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Responsibilities

• To provide interventions as part of trauma-focused treatment to improve client functioning and progress.
• Case coordination and communication across a multi-disciplinary team is an integral component of the role.
• Provides individual interventions, including exposure, as well as group treatment
• Competently manages clients with various mental health issues, including trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Identifies treatment issues and goals with clients, coordinating across broader clinical team when appropriate.
• Completes detailed documentation and charting appropriately. Prepares reports or correspondence in timely manner.
• Delivers education sessions to clients and families attending programs.
• Drives quality improvement through strong initiative and participation in Quality Assurance activities.

Qualifications :

• Completion of a Master’s degree program in Counselling, Social Work, Psychotherapy or Occupational Therapy
• Registration in good standing as required by professional body, e.g., College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario, Ontario College of Social Workers, and Social Service Workers.
• 3 years practical and related experience required. Experience facilitating group programs / therapy is required.
• Experience with cognitive processing therapy a strong asset; experience providing trauma informed care is required.
• Experience working in a live-in mental health and addiction treatment setting is considered a strong asset.
• Knowledge of abstinence-based community resources and supports is considered a strong asset.
• Knowledge of multiple treatment modalities including : cognitive behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, dialectical behavior therapy, and interpersonal therapy.
• Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to Bellwood standards.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with all members of the health care team both within Bellwood and with external agencies.
• Exercise initiative and good judgment with ability to multi-task in a fast paced, challenging environment, often with competing priorities.
• Experience working with military and / or first responder cultures considered a strong asset.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in mental health and addiction assessment and treatment is highly desirable.

Is attentive to and intervenes on any client safety issues that are observed. Adheres to the behaviours outlined in our policies and procedures that promote client safety.

Employee Benefits and Perks :

• Comprehensive benefits package, including a yearly allowance of $1,500 for mental health and addiction services, as well as $500 per service for various paramedical services, such as massage and physiotherapy
• 24 / 7 Employee Assistance Program through LifeWorks
• Competitive paid time off policies, including a paid day off on your birthday
• Access to in-house fitness facilities where applicable or discounted external gym memberships
• Remote or hybrid work models for eligible employees
• Perks and discounts with Perkopolis entertainment, home / auto / pet insurance
• Personal and professional development through our Education Support Assistance program
• Nationwide presence allows for supportive relocation opportunities
• Defined Benefit pension through CAAT with up to a 4% employer contribution
• Maternity and parental leave top-up
• Access to discounts at Kids & Co. Daycare

EHN Canada is an employment equity employer. If you should require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources

Note this is a permanent position