Concurrent Disorders Counsellor - Shelter Outreach

Who We Are  For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship.

As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement  The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

Position Purpose summary:  To support the mission of The Salvation Army Toronto Harbour Light Ministries through provision of professional concurrent disorder counselling services for youth/adult clients in accordance with government contractual agreements and Salvation Army Standards. To function responsibly as a member of Harbour Light at Choices Shelter & Support Services, Family Life Resource Centre, Cuthbert House, Wilkinson Men’s Shelter, and St.

Leonard’s Place Peel.
Accountabilities:
Individual counselling
Case Management skills
Group Facilitation as needed
Teaching Classes as needed
Development of treatment plans based on client-centered recovery goals
Assessment & referral
Liaison with shelter case workers by attending case management meetings and working alongside shelter team
Maintain electronic client files via EMHware according to agency standards
Liaison with outside agencies as required
Crisis/Conflict Intervention
Discharge Planning
After-care Follow-up
Team Consultation and Decision-Making
Reporting on monthly service targets
Participation in individual and team clinical supervision
Mileage reimbursement for travel
Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

Qualifications:

Minimum undergraduate degree from a recognized institution (in one of the human services professions)
Registration in a professional college an asset
Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements   Minimum 3 years’ experience working in the substance use/concurrent disorder sector
Knowledge of evidence-based concurrent disorder counselling interventions / treatment models, including CBT, Relapse Prevention and Trauma Informed Practice
Cultural awareness practices
Professional documentation according to agency and regulatory college standards
The ability to work individually and as part of a team
The ability to work collaboratively with community partners
Competence with data management systems, particularly EMHware
Knowledge and experience in substance abuse counselling, group counselling and case management
Awareness and experience with marginalized and vulnerable populations
Basic First Aid/CPR Certification an asset
Proficient in English language, second language an asset
Upon hiring, successful candidate must provide:
A current Vulnerable Sector Screen
CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:  Senior Management, Director of Client Services, Program Coordinator, counsellors & staff within agency, outside agencies
MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY :
Reports directly to:
Program Coordinator

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Shelter and community settings, long periods of being seated, using computer, phone systems
Minimum travel for counselling support for community clients
Compensation:  The target hiring range for this position is $58,531.20 to $73,174.40 with a maximum of $87,817.60.
Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email  Recruitment.

Acc  if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.