Job Summary

The Mental Health and Addictions Program Counsellor works with patients to promote optimum mental and emotional health. The Counsellor provides individuals, groups and families with counselling/therapy for a wide range of psychological and/or emotional problems such as mental disorders, trauma, substance abuse and family situations.

Qualifications

• Masters, Bachelors or Diploma in the area of Social Work, Psychology, Social Services, Drug and Alcohol, or other Human Services required.
• Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, or another recognized professional counselling college is required.
• Current knowledge of child protection and reportability requirements.
• Minimum 2 years related experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience working with First Nations an asset.
• An acceptable criminal referen...