Addiction Residential Counsellor - Cornwall, Canada - Cornwall Community Hospital

Cornwall Community Hospital

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Cornwall, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Job Posting Number:

J

Job Title:
Addiction Residential Counsellor

Job Category:
Healthcare Professional

Unit:
Community Mental Health Services

Job Type:
Temporary Part Time

Open Positions:
1

City, Province, Country:
Cornwall, Ontario, Canada

Date Posted:
July 4, 2023

Available Shifts:

Closing Date:
July 7, 2023

Salary:
$ $25.28/Hour

Union:

CUPE
Emergency preparedness is a critical aspect of CCH operations. It is essential that all staff and physicians receive training and understand their roles and responsibilities in this field.

Summary of responsibilities:

Reporting to the Supervisor of Residential Services, the Residential Addiction Counsellor will be working within CCH operated residential facilities and is responsible for observing and managing behaviours as well as identifying potential mental health concerns for further follow-up.

Interactions with clients are evidence-based and incorporate a multidisciplinary approach. The counsellor is responsible for ensuring thorough documentation for the purposes of clinical management and risk reduction. The counsellor works with other professionals to ensure appropriate on-going treatment and enhancement of life skills.

Requirements of the job:

2year college diploma in a social servicerelated field
2 years' experience in addiction and mental health counselling
Must have a valid driver's license
Must have an acceptable driving record
Valid first aid and CPR
Current suicide intervention training
Basic cooking and cleaning skills
Good written and oral communication skills
Good computer skills
Good interpersonal, organization and presentation skills
Strong team orientation
Knowledge of the various treatment modalities specific to addictions and mental health
Nonjudgmental approach to clients
Ability to work independently
Motivational interviewing skills
Demonstrate regular, punctual attendance
Functional proficiency in English (oral and written) and oral French

Assets:

Certification in Addiction Therapy/counselling
Current Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
Familiarity with the Health Equity Impact Assessment and Safewards Model and Trauma Informed Care
Current with CCH Mandatory Training including Caregivers as Partner and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
Working Knowledge of Harm Reduction Strategies inclusive of Safe Medication Practices, Naloxone Administration, Opiate Agonist Therapy