Counsellor, Youth Mental Health and Addiction

Counsellor, Youth Mental Health and Addiction 

Direct Service Regulated- (OPSEU)
Full-time, Permanent (Benefitted)

Woodstock, ON (Oxford Zone)
This posting is the result of an upcoming vacancy

- Application Deadline: February 3, 2026 -

We believe that change is possible and aim to provide meaningful engagement for youth with services that are youth-centered, developmentally appropriate and wholistic. The Youth Wellness Hub (YWH) is focused on youth and family partnership. All services are co-developed with youth and their families to match their needs. 

The Youth Mental Health and Addiction Counsellor will support and assist in creating a safe and accepting environment for youth (12-25 years old) with a special emphasis on the 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous youth and other marginalized community youth.

Consider revitalizing your career and making a difference in your community by joining our team!

WHAT WE'RE OFFERING:

• WHAT WE'RE OFFERING:

  • What you'll be making - Starting rate for this role is $30.01 per hour (Level 1 of the Direct Service, Regulated Professional Grid);
    • Successful external applicants will start at Level 1, with grid progression based on seniority up to Level 8, $37.26 per hour
• When you'll work - 70 hours over two week period, rotating shifts to include days/afternoons/evenings & weekends
• What your benefits will be - After 90 day waiting period will be eligible for extended health care benefits
• Your pension plan - Immediate enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE:

• Screen and assess youth need for supports and services, perform risk assessments, explore immediate therapeutic supports and/or interventions as needed
• In collaboration with the client, develop, implement, evaluate, revise and maintain care plans according to the individual's needs, preferences and progress towards their identified goals.

• Providing 1:1 and group mental health/substance use interventions that are evidence-based, reflective of diverse needs, youth centered and developmentally appropriate.
• Meet youth where they are at

• With the agreement of the client, assist families or other support persons to develop strategies that will help them support the person and cope with their mental health issues and/or addictions.
• Work with other Wellness Hub staff to help identify when youth may require supports - either in terms of mental health or substance use.

• Help provide education and capacity to all Wellness Hub staff re: harm reduction and mental health
• Participate in Program planning, implementation and evaluations
• Provide referrals/make linkages to culturally appropriate services/supports as needed

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY:

Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements

Successful candidates must have a Police Vulnerable Sector Check completed in the last six months. Interested applicants who reside in the City of London and are in need of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) are encouraged to apply for one as soon as possible as PVSCs in the City of London are currently taking approximately 2 weeks to be processed and offers of employment cannot be made without receipt of a PVSC.

We require the following qualifications:

• College Diploma or University Degree in a related field, (e.g. BSW, MSW) *Primary proof of credentials will be required during the hiring process i.e. original degree/diploma or official transcript) 
• Current registration with a professional college
• Valid Driver’s Licence and access to a vehicle to carry out job duties
• Current, clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)
• Demonstrated ability to attend work regularly

We prefer the following qualifications:

• ASIST and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training
• Minimum 2 years experience working in a related position
• ​​​​​​​Clinical work experience ideally in substance use treatment including intake services
• Demonstrated ability to work with clients who live with multiple challenges related to marginalization, mental illness, substance use, complex health challenges, street level sex work, poverty, homelessness, and trauma
• Extensive knowledge of community resources, service & support programs, and barriers clients face in accessing same
• Working knowledge of a variety of treatment, intervention, and support strategies
• Computer literacy
• Ability to assess level of risk in regards to clients
• First Aid & CPR
• Bilingual both official languages, preferred; préférence sera accordée aux candidats qui sont compétents dans les deux langues officielles du Canada

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: To be considered as an internal applicant, current staff members are reminded to apply using their @cmhatv.ca or @slwar.ca email address.

Get your application in by – February 3, 2026

Our recruitment process allows us to learn about your previous work experience, your qualifications and your commitment to fulfilling our vision. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those individuals being considered for a position will be personally contacted by someone from the interview team. 

We welcome and encourage applications from all members of our community including persons of any gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of visible minorities. If you require accommodations related to a disability at any point during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected]  

 

• For legal purposes our full business name is: Canadian Mental Health Association Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services
• Artificial Intelligence is not currently employed in our recruitment processes