Addictions Counsellor I

Job Description

Addictions Counsellor I, Temporary Full Time (Approximately 24 Months)Mental Health and Addictions Services, Opioid Dependency Treatment (ODT) Program, Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre, Baie Verte

Definition of Work:

This is a regional position, reporting to the Regional Manager of mental health & Addictions. The Addictions Counsellor I is a specialized clinical position that provides addictions, concurrent, and withdrawal management treatment services to individuals and/or family members. The successful candidate will be an integral member of an interdisciplinary team. The Addictions Counsellor I will provide comprehensive assessment, treatment, and follow up services in the context of an integrated mental health and addictions ODT team process. The successful candidate must have considerable knowledge of Best Practice Standards in the area of addictions, withdrawal management/stabilization, concurrent disorders, Opioid Dependency Treatment and considerable knowledge of the principles of harm reduction. The Addictions Counsellor I provides referral and follow up for clients to outside agencies both within and outside of the province; accepts referrals from various providers; provides necessary liaison pertaining to treatment planning; consults with other professionals and community groups regarding programming and treatment issues and supports self-help, consumer, and caregiver initiatives. The successful candidate will be expected to travel throughout the region as deemed necessary and will provide health promotion and prevention services based on a population health approach. The Addictions Counsellor I will be expected to provide "Door Ways" services as required. The successful candidate must demonstrate an awareness of and be responsible for promoting and supporting person-and family-centered care, demonstrate a commitment to safety and partner with all team members to improve worker and patient safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks and implementing improvements.

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor of Social Work Degree, Masters in Clinical Psychology or Graduates Degree in a Clinical Discipline.
* Eligibility for registration with a professional regulatory body.
* 2 years current experience (within the last 5 years) in an addictions and/or mental health setting.
* Demonstrated knowledge relating to withdrawal management, stabilization, and harm reduction strategies including Opioid replacement therapies
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience of professional addictions and concurrent disorder, Best Practice Standards as it relates to assessment, treatment, planning, counselling, and evaluation.
* Demonstrated ability in interviewing and crisis intervention techniques.
* Demonstrated analytical, as well as, oral and written communication skills.
* Demonstrated independence, initiative, and ability to work with others.
* Consistent demonstration of the core values of NL Health Services: Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (I CARE)
* Use of a private vehicle and valid driver license are a condition of employment.
* Satisfactory Record of work performance and attendance is required for this position.
* A satisfactory certificate of conduct from the RCMP or local police authority.

Hours of Work: 75 hours bi-weekly
Salary: CG-39 ($37.94-$42.46)
Competition No: P--BVP
Closing Date: June 11, 2024

Central Health is an equal opportunity employer.We thank all candidates however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.