Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor

Classification Level: CS-4 ($63,648.00 -$77,792.00) + pension and health benefits
Employment Status: Regular Full time
Department: Mental Health and Addictions

Reporting Relationship:
The Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor will work under the supervision of the Mental Health Clinic Manager.

Position Summary:
The focus of the Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor will be to provide counselling to individuals and families to address mental illness and substance use challenges. The Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor will provide services through a trauma-informed lens with a focus on addressing intergenerational trauma inclusive of grief & loss. The position will be responsible for providing services that include Traditional ways of Healing.

Essential Functions:

1. Good working knowledge of mental health and addictions
2. Provide client needs assessments and develop treatment plans
3. Provide supportive counselling to individuals and families
4. Provides support services within the framework of person-centred care
5. Assist team with prevention, intervention, and promotion workshops/activities/awareness within the community, inclusive of both traditional and western approaches
6. Develop and implement the delivery of workplan initiatives
7. Provide Trauma Informed Care services and promote a Harm Reduction approach to wellness
8. Assist and provide support to clients with referrals to detoxification or treatment centres
9. Ensure professional competence by seeking consultation and effective use of clinical supervision
10. Research evidenced based practices and weave these strategies with Anishinaabe teachings when delivering services and/or programming
11. Keep abreast of new developments in the mental health and addictions field
12. Attends internal monthly staff meetings and prepares quarterly staff reports
13. Participates in professional development opportunities for skills improvement and program enhancement as advised by the Mental Health Clinic Manager a/o Department Manager
14. Establish and maintain working relationship with Peer Support and Outreach Team
15. All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements:
Preferred:
University Degree in Social Services/Addictions field of study and two (2) years relevant work experience
Extensive work/volunteer experience in the coordination of workshops and seminars within a Native organization/community is a strong asset
In Good Standing with Regulated Professional Body
Valid Mental Health First Aid
Certification in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
Minimum:
College Diploma in Social Services or related field of study (i.e., Addictions & Mental Health Diploma, Social Services Worker Diploma) and/or lived experience and knowledge
Three to five (3 – 5) years work-related experience in the field of mental health and/or addictions
Knowledge and skills in mental health and prevention
Experience with public speaking and facilitation
Valid First Aid and CPR

Knowledge requirements:

1. Have working knowledge of Harm Reduction Philosophies
2. Knowledge of community, social and health resources
3. Knowledge of substance use and misuse
4. Excellent time management and organizational skills with ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
5. Ability to ensure confidentiality
6. Knowledge of community and ability to make connections
7. Ability to develop a trusting relationship with clients and staff through open and honest communication
8. Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
9. Ability to display a positive and helpful attitude
10. Ability to work in a team environment and with other key partners of the community
11. Must be a role model both during and after regular work hours
12. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, case-noting systems, and general office procedures
13. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
14. Must have a valid G License with access to own vehicle
15. Understanding of Anishinaabe language, culture, traditions as it relates to traditional healing
16. Must have knowledge and/or experience with the culture, history, and customs of the Anishinaabe people
17. Understanding and fluency of Anishinaabe language is an asset or the willingness to learn
18. A strong advocate of M’Chigeeng First Nation’s goals and objectives along with its mission and long-term vision.

Other requirements:
Must provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Check upon hire

Key Relationships:
Internal: The position requires interaction with the Enaagdenjged, the Health Manager, the Mental Health Clinic Manager, the mental health team, the Peer Support and Outreach Team, and other staff members.
External: The Mental Health & Addictions Worker will interact with membership/community members both on & off reserve members and other external service providers.

If you are interested in this opportunity, applicants must submit cover letter, resume, with three current references with contact information (two work-related and one character reference) and copies of education certifications to:

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Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor
c/o Human Resources
M’Chigeeng First Nation, P.O. Box 333
M’CHIGEENG, ON P0P 1G0
Fax 705-377-4980 or email to: employment@mchigeeng.ca
Miigwetch to all interested applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.