Addictions Counsellor

Shift : 3 pm to 11:30 pm ( includes weekends , on a rotation )

job summary

The addictions counsellor will provide counselling, instruction and support to individuals with issues related to substance use .

Reports to: General Manager

Duties and responsibilities

· Deliver rehabilitation activities

· Facilitate instructional, educational and recovery workshops and counselling sessions

· Produce thorough and accurate case notes and related documentation

· Perform one-on-one therapy counselling

· Intervene in a de-escalate crisis situations and suicide risk intervention

· Collaborate with client to develop a client-centered and strength-based recovery plan

· Collaborate with health care professionals and social workers in a multi-disciplinary team

· Lead counselling sessions using evidence-based intervention strategies

· Administer breathalyzer and drug screening and keep records

· Perform administrative duties for admissions and discharge of clients

· Deliver daily activities and assist in the provision of individualized care plans

· Accompany clients to outings and monitor clients while at the outings

· Administer medications according to prescribed schedules and document it accordingly

· Provide companionship and engage in meaningful activities with clients

· Follow the rules, policies and regulations of the Detox Centre of Manitoba

· Perform administrative tasks

Requirements and qualifications

· Minimum grade 12 diploma/degree and relevant pos-secondary education such as counselling and social work. Other related programs will be considered

· Reasonable experience with bio-psychosocial assessments and client-centered and strength-based recovery plans

· Reasonable experience with after-care rehabilitation plans for clients and their families

· Respectful of cultural diversity

· Organized, resourceful and able to follow a schedule

· Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous history, culture, practices, customs and beliefs, including unresolved trauma, stressors, domestic violence, addiction and mental health

· Ability to communicate effectively

· Ability to work independently and multitask

· Client-oriented and friendly

· Time management skill

· Working knowledge of Microsoft office programs

· First Aid/CPR would be an asset

· Having a valid class 5 Manitoba Driver’s license would be an asset

· Successful applicants will be subject to provide a Police Record Check/Police Vulnerable Sector Check ( Winnipeg Police Service )

Work conditions and physical capabilities

· Fast-paced environment

· Attention to detail

· Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person