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Ref. no.: 1775

SUD Clinical Counsellor

Position: Not specified

Start: As soon as possible

End: Not specified

Location: Nanaimo Central, Canada

Method of collaboration: Project only

Hourly rate: Not specified

Latest update: Apr 25, 2024

Task description and requirements

SUD Clinical Counsellor
Full Time
Nanaimo, BC, CA
Requisition ID: 1775
Salary Range:
$58,373.33 To 90,213.33 Annually
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 ehncanada.com

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, come join us!

SUD Counsellor – Virtual, 3 days virtual, 2 day onsite (PST time zone)

Description

Primary responsibilities will be to provide a combination of individual and group counselling sessions, case management, referent/family communication, and team activities including regular supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provides individual and group treatment to clients with substance abuse disorder, mood and anxiety disorders and other mental health conditions
  • Works therapeutically with a diverse client population using evidence-based modalities including DBT, CBT, and ACT
  • Identifies treatment issues and goals with clients
  • Collaborates in the development, implementation and follow-up of client care plans
  • Completes detailed documentation and charting appropriately as per their regulatory college’s guidelines
  • Prepares reports or correspondence in timely manner
  • Participates in weekly meetings and supervision
  • Liaises with stakeholders including families, referral sources, aftercare providers, EAP representatives, parole and probation officers, verbally, electronically and/or in writing as required
  • Maintains appropriate professional associations and provides current documentation to HR
  • Ability to conduct clinical services via online, telephone and video counselling
  • Provides supervision for students in placement at EHN Online, as appropriate
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:

  • Bilingual in English and French is an asset
  • Minimum three-five years of direct client experience
  • Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology, Social Work or relevant discipline preferred
  • Current registration with a regulated professional College required (i.e., CRPO, OCSWSSW)
Professional Attributes:

  • Role models excellence in client care and serves as a collegial mentor for the team
  • Demonstrates excellent critical thinking, communication, facilitation and decision-making skills
  • Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with all members of the team
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Demonstrates commitment to best practice and quality improvement
  • Commitment to the vision and goals of the organization
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development
 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 
  • 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. 

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Health care