No hiring: Residential Counsellor
Locations in Toronto and Etobicoke
Qualifications and nice to have:
- VSC, CPR, and immunizations.
- College Diploma in Addictions and Mental Health or equivalent qualification.
- A combination of 3 years of work experience in the field of Mental Health, Substance Use, and/or Supportive Housing.
- Expertise in providing supportive counselling and case management to individuals who are experiencing or have experienced a complex history of mental health concerns, and substance use.
- Working knowledge of best practices in mental health, substance use, harm reduction, trauma and the therapeutic relationship.
- Working knowledge of psycho-social rehabilitation and recovery principles.
- Working knowledge of trauma-informed practice, women-centred principles and best practices for women and substance use.
- Working knowledge of community resources such as health care.
- Ability to work collaboratively in complex community settings.
- Ability to use a range of technological tools, e.g. online reporting systems, videoconferencing etc.
- Ability to work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision.
- Crisis intervention skills, with well-developed problem-solving abilities and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent oral and writing skills.
- First Aid/CPR certification.
Will take PSW who is computer proficient
Must be available for all shifts
- Days, evenings, and nights
- 9am - 5pm, 4pm - 2am, 12am - 10am
Must be available for weekends as most shifts will be Friday, Saturday, and Sundays.
Please send resume if interested.
Pay: Up to $21.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
