Concurrent Disorders Counsellor - Halton 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:

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 Collaborate with community partners—including ADAPT, PAARC, and Hope Place Centres—to deliver comprehensive wraparound support services for clients experiencing opioid substance use challenges

Maintain electronic client files via EMHware according to agency standards

Liaison with outside agencies as required

Crisis/Conflict Intervention Discharge Planning After-care Follow-upTeam Consultation and Decision-Making Reporting on monthly service targets

Participation in individual and team clinical supervision

Other duties as assigned

Personal vehicle or reliable transportation required. Mileage reimbursement for travel to community appointments

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 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.