Master information
Transition Counsellor
Position: Not specified
Start: As soon as possible
End: Not specified
Location: Blackfalds, Canada
Method of collaboration: Project only
Hourly rate: Not specified
Latest update: Jun 7, 2024
Task description and requirements
- Collaborate with the treatment team to assess each client's unique needs and challenges in the transition process.
- Develop personalized transition plans that address mental health, addiction, and co-occurring issues.
- Work closely with clients to set realistic goals for their post-treatment journey.
- Provide individual and group counseling to clients during the transition phase.
- Address emotional, psychological, and practical concerns related to reintegration into society.
- Foster a therapeutic alliance that encourages open communication and trust.
- Resource Coordination:
- Connect clients with community resources, support groups, and other services that facilitate a smooth transition.
- Collaborate with external agencies, employers, and educational institutions to create a network of support for clients.
- Conduct life skills training sessions to enhance clients' abilities to manage daily tasks, relationships, and stressors.
- Empower clients to build resilience and coping mechanisms for long-term success.
- Establish a follow-up system to track clients' progress after leaving the facility.
- Conduct regular check-ins to address challenges, celebrate achievements, and modify transition plans as needed.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records, documenting transition plans, counseling sessions, and progress.
- Provide regular reports to the treatment team and management on transition outcomes and challenges.