addictions counsellor
Westover Treatment Centre

Thamesville (ON)
•2 hours ago
•No application
About
Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Residential treatment centre. Tasks: Conduct program evaluations. Evaluate the effectiveness of counselling and the patient's outcomes. Examine the behaviour. Interview clients, prepare case histories and assess problems. Interview patients . Write progress reports . Prepare a treatment plan for each patient. Counsel individuals and groups to achieve more effective personal, social and vocational development and adjustment. Perform administrative tasks. Analyze the patient during the treatments. Develop and implement counselling and intervention programs to assist clients in determining goals and means of attaining them. Counsel clients, provide therapy and mediation services, and facilitate group sessions. Maintain accurate records. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification . CPR Certificate. Computer and technology knowledge: MS Excel. MS PowerPoint. MS Word. MS Office. Type of treatment experience: Behaviour modification or behavioural therapy. Cognitive therapy. Crisis intervention counselling. Group dynamics. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Walking. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Repetitive tasks. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Judgement. Values and ethics. Flexibility. Interpersonal awareness. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Are you available for shift or on-call work?. Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Employment terms options: Evening. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Night. Day. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits. Life insurance. Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Other benefits: Free parking available. Parking available.



