Counsellor -substance Use Program - Duncan, Canada - Tsow-Tun Le Lum Society

Tsow-Tun Le Lum Society
Tsow-Tun Le Lum Society
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Duncan, Canada

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Tsow-Tun Le Lum "Helping House" is an Indigenous residential healing centre offering cultural programs with _
- the mandate to administer healing from the intergenerational effects of trauma, substance misuse, and _
- mental health. We invite those who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, and have _

**Thuy Na Mut Counsellor (Substance Use Program)


Position Summary:


  • Responsible for the implementation of all phases of a substance misuse healing program
including administrative duties.

  • Facilitate group sessions.
  • Support clients individually as needed.
  • Lead the personal growth of your group by completing weekly assessments.
  • Work with clients to develop a healing and after care plan.
  • This position reports to the Program Director.

Additional Responsibilities:


  • Work with the program team to continually support clients.
  • Facilitate clearings between clients/clients and staff as necessary.
  • Be a positive role model for all clients and be part of creating a positive and supportive
environment.

  • Keep current with counselling knowledge and skills for individual and group healing.
  • Actively participate in all training, as required._ _

Qualifications and Requirements:


  • Bachelor's Degree in the Social Sciences/Social or Human Services diploma and related
experience. (A suitable combination of training and experience may be considered with a
minimum High School Diploma.)

  • Extensive knowledge of substance misuse and trauma informed healing practices.
  • Familiarity with Indigenous culture, communities, and spiritual traditions.
  • Comfortable using case management software; ShareVision is an asset.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a team.**
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Excellent time management skills.

Additional Requirements:


  • Due to the nature of our work at Tsow-Tun Le Lum; and in alignment with Board Policy:
preference will be given to applicants who have been abstinent from drugs and alcohol for a
minimum of 3 years; and are willing to serve as a role model by maintaining an abstinent lifestyle
while working at Tsow-Tun Le Lum.

  • Valid BC Driver's License: Class 4 is an asset.**
  • Valid First Aid certificate or willing to attend First Aid training.**
  • Current Criminal Record Check (less than 6 months).**
  • Current TB test results.***
  • In meeting the objectives and philosophies of the Society, preference will be given to qualified individuals _
- of Indigenous ancestry in accordance with Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code.


Submit a Cover Letter and Resume to:


_Hiring Committee,_

_PO Box 308, Station Main, Duncan, BC V9L 3X5 _

Necessary information to include in your COVER LETTER: the
length of time you've been abstinent from alcohol

and drugs, including marijuana and all cannabis
products.
- your
Indigenous ancestry
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