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Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor
Atikameksheng
Social Services
POSTED:
5 weeks ago
Employer:
Nogdawindamin
ES Job ID:
5159
Closing Date:
December 10, 2024
Job End Date:
March 31, 2025
Duration:
Full Time
Job Description:
NOGDAWINDAMIN Family and Community Services, a designated Indigenous Child Welfare Agency under the Child Youth and Family Services Act serving member First Nations situated between Sault Ste. Marie and Sudbury is seeking to hire:
FULL-TIME CONTRACT TO MARCH 31, 2025
MENTAL HEALTH & ADDICTIONS COUNSELLOR
LOCATION: ATIKAMEKSHENG
*NEW SALARY* Salary Range: $68,353.00 to $88,915.00
Job Summary
The Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor will support individuals struggling with substance abuse and addictions disorders with help towards a path to recovery. The Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor assists individuals in locating and utilizing community resources including medical, housing, employment, daycare, and other services during Usage, Aftercare and Detox. The Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor functions within legislative requirements, regulations, policies and procedures and the Mission, Beliefs and Vision of the Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services and contributes to the accomplishment of the strategic priorities.
FULL-TIME CONTRACT TO MARCH 31, 2025
MENTAL HEALTH & ADDICTIONS COUNSELLOR
LOCATION: ATIKAMEKSHENG
*NEW SALARY* Salary Range: $68,353.00 to $88,915.00
Job Summary
The Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor will support individuals struggling with substance abuse and addictions disorders with help towards a path to recovery. The Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor assists individuals in locating and utilizing community resources including medical, housing, employment, daycare, and other services during Usage, Aftercare and Detox. The Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor functions within legislative requirements, regulations, policies and procedures and the Mission, Beliefs and Vision of the Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services and contributes to the accomplishment of the strategic priorities.
Required Skills:
- Post secondary diploma in Addictions and Mental Health programs is required
- Relevant diploma or degree in Human Services may be considered
- Minimum 2 years' experience as a therapist, social worker, or counsellor working with people with mental health and/or addiction issues
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
- Relevant diploma or degree in Human Services may be considered
- Minimum 2 years' experience as a therapist, social worker, or counsellor working with people with mental health and/or addiction issues
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Requirements:
- Respect for, sensitivity towards as well as knowledge and understanding of Anishnawbek culture, traditions and the Seven Grandfather Teachings
- Ability to understand and speak Anishnaabemowin is a definite asset
- Must provide a Criminal Records Check deemed satisfactory by the employer
- Must have a Class 'G' Ontario Driver's Licence, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel
- Must have $1M automobile insurance coverage
- Ability to understand and speak Anishnaabemowin is a definite asset
- Must provide a Criminal Records Check deemed satisfactory by the employer
- Must have a Class 'G' Ontario Driver's Licence, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel
- Must have $1M automobile insurance coverage
How to Apply:
Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services has been in operation for over 30 years. We are committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the recruitment process. JOIN A GROWING AND DYNAMIC ORGANIZATION OFFERING REWARDING CAREERS, COMPETITIVE SALARIES, BENEFITS, OMERS PENSION AND A GREAT WORK ENVIRONMENT FOR INDIVIDUALS COMMITTED TO MAKING A DIFFERENCE.
Please submit a job-related resume and cover letter along with three work related references by:
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 - 4:00 pm
Hiring Committee
Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services
210B Gran Street, Batchewana First Nation, ON P6A 0C4
Email: [email protected]
Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Self-Identification is encouraged.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
A full job description is located on our website at www.nog.ca
Please submit a job-related resume and cover letter along with three work related references by:
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 - 4:00 pm
Hiring Committee
Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services
210B Gran Street, Batchewana First Nation, ON P6A 0C4
Email: [email protected]
Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Self-Identification is encouraged.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
A full job description is located on our website at www.nog.ca
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