Temporary Adult Alcohol & Drug Counsellor

Adult Addictions Counsellor
Reports To: Manager, Adult Services
Job Status: One (1) Full Time Term Position ending August 30th
We are currently receiving applications for a Full Time Term Adult Addiction Counsellor. This position requires the incumbent to be fluently bilingual in French and English . Candidates with a conversational level of French may also be considered.
This position will be situated at Rideauwood offices at 312 Parkdale Avenue, or virtually home-based as required due to COVID-19 restrictions, and will require the successful candidate to work in collaboration with community partners at other locations.
Provide individual counselling, group counselling and psychoeducational groups to clients, both in short- term & long-term capacities.
Work effectively with clients who present with multiple and complex problems, including challenges with substance use, concurrent addiction and mental health issues, trauma including PTSD, legal problems, unemployment and limited income, medical problems, and limitations imposed by restrictions in access to other socio-economic determinants of health.
Take an active role in preparing for and participating in community presentations and meetings.
Develop and deliver training and consultation activities for Partner agencies acting as a knowledge broker and content expert
Participate in all assigned meetings, staff development and training as required.
Participate in the training and mentoring of other professionals and students.
Contribute actively to administrative and teamwork functions.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum of a three year (3) degree in a health or social sciences related discipline from an accredited post-secondary institution; mental health and addictions certification an asset.
Significant understanding of substance use issues, mental health issues, concurrent disorders, problem gambling, and evidence-based treatment practices to address them.
Experience in facilitation or co-facilitation of group programming for youth, adult and/or parents required
Thorough knowledge of and proficiency in contemporary assessment and psychosocial counselling techniques, including addiction and mental health issues among youth and in communities and society, at large.
Comprehensive knowledge of and skilled practice in individual, group, and crisis counselling methods, and case management.
Ability to provide culturally competent service to clients of diverse ethno racial and cultural backgrounds is essential and experience completing comprehensive mental health assessments as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Knowledge of mental health and trauma and how they relate to addictions.
Knowledge of available programs and services, their interrelationships, and their function in delivering services in the community.
Knowledge of legislation applicable in the performance of job responsibilities.
Familiar and proficient with computers, including but not limited to the Microsoft Office suite of tools.
Ability and willingness to work within regular office hours - with regular evening and occasional weekend hours.
Ability to obtain and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record / Vulnerable Person Check
Fluently bilingual in English and French is required. Additional languages considered assets.
3) what is your English/French bilingualism fluency level?
Rideauwood values Equity and Diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contractContract length: Salary: $26.99 per hour
On-site parking

Monday to Friday

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Addictions Counselling: 3 years (preferred)

Language:
~ French (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ottawa, ON K1Y 4X5