Addiction Counsellor - Montréal, Canada - Chabad Lifeline

Chabad Lifeline

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Montréal, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Outpatient Addiction Centre - Chabad Lifeline is a non-sectarian organization dedicated to helping individuals and families affected by addiction.

At Chabad Lifeline, individuals suffering from substance and behavioural addictions, and their family members, are guided by experienced and caring professionals through the process of healing and recovery.

SALARY:
$55,000-$72.800 per year (commensurate with experience); private medical insurance package

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Providing psychosocial counselling, support, and education around issues related to addiction

Specific duties include:
Initial intake, screening, and assessment of new clients

Ongoing psychosocial support and counselling for existing clients

Outreach Program - Education / Prevention / Counselling

EDUCATION AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
BSW (with a minimum 5 years of work experience) or BA/B.Sc in related field or MSW or MA. Applicants with relevant certification and/or experience will also be considered. Excellent clinical and organizational experience is required, as well as creativity, flexibility, and self-direction. Shows strong initiative and independent judgment, has the ability to multi-task, with proven critical thinking skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required, as well as having the ability to work well in a team environment.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Salary:
$55,000.00-$72,800.00 per year

Benefits: