Mental Health And Addictions Services Counsellor

Back to search results Apply By: Thursday, March 19, 2026 11:59 pm EDT Addictions Counsellor Job ID: 241853

Posting status: Ministry of the Solicitor General

Position(s) language: English

Job term: 1 Temporary (up to 12 months, with possibility of extension)

10218 - Rehabilitation Officer 2, Correctional Services

Consider the role of Addictions Counsellor at the North Bay Jail with the Ministry of the Solicitor General where you will have a unique chance to work with diverse clients as well as a multi-disciplinary team to deliver meaningful services within a correctional environment.
Assist in the development of addiction counselling programs
Provide rehabilitative addiction counselling services by working with individual or groups of offenders
Participate in case conferences, treatment planning meetings, discharge planning conferences, and contacting family members, to assist in the coordination of treatment of offenders within the institution
Liaise with community agencies and self-help organizations, citizen's groups, business, industries, colleges and universities
You have knowledge of current addiction counselling theories, practices and counselling techniques, substance abuse indicators, group/individual counselling strategies and referral network in the community
You have understanding of risk and needs assessment tools, criminogenic factors, rehabilitation theories, and related counselling practices
You have knowledge of community agencies and resources to identify and arrange the appropriate support and discharge resources
You understand the various sectors involved in the rehabilitation and reintegration of inmates after release (i.e. mental health agencies, shelters, employment services, etc.)
You are able to apply relevant legislation as well as demonstrated ability to acquire knowledge of and follow organizational policies and procedures
Proficiency with computer software and databases
You have experience providing one-on-one and group counselling
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We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
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The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
base salary that aligns to market trends with performance-based pay and scheduled salary progression
1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 2550 Trout Lake Rd, North Bay, North Region, Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit History Check, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS

Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Category: Health and Social Services
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