Addictions Counsellor / Case Manager (Narcotic Treatment Program-Central West)

About the Role

As an Addiction Counsellor/Case Manager (Narcotic Treatment Program - Central West), you will be providing specialized services to individuals (age 16 and older) using opioids. Clients may be considering or utilizing replacement therapies and those seeking to reduce or stop using opioids. As a Counsellor/Case Manager for the Narcotic Treatment Program - Central West, you will primarily focus on case management including assessing needs, connecting clients with resources and supporting them through their goals related to their opioid use.

We are hiring for one (1) full-time, permanent role working within the community (60-70% community based)

Benefits

included: Mileage reimbursement, RRSP matching, group health/dental plan, LTD/life insurance, EAP, 4 weeks of vacation to start, remote work one day per week in line with our policy, professional development opportunities

• What you'll do
• Conduct intake, screening, assessment, and treatment planning, using appropriate tools and methods to ensure the eligibility and ongoing needs of applicants.
• Provide ongoing supportive counselling and case management, including assessment, referral, aftercare, and discharge, while effectively managing a defined caseload.
• Respond to crisis situations with appropriate interventions and support clients in developing and understanding healthy boundaries.
• Participate actively in case conferences and consultations with treatment providers and other community organizations, fostering collaborative care.
• Initiate and maintain client files and documentation in accordance with best practices and legal guidelines, ensuring data accuracy and timeliness
• This program typically supports clients long term and requires monthly check ins at their place of residence.

• Skills & Competencies
• Clinical skills in addiction and substance abuse, concurrent disorders and/or withdrawal management, with the ability to perform brief psychosocial and risk assessments.
• Knowledge of evidence-based treatment methodologies for addiction, including cognitive behavioural therapy and motivational interviewing.
• Experience in delivering counselling services through individual sessions, group therapy, group facilitation and/or educational workshops.
• Knowledge and/or experience working with clients in various personal circumstances or settings - including but not limited to transitional housing/homelessness, adults, seniors, youth, mandated client programs and those within the criminal justice system.