EHN Canada is the nation's largest private network of industry-leading mental health, trauma, and addiction treatment facilities, each with a passion for providing quality treatment for Canadians. We are committed to both caring for our patients and supporting their loved ones. With over 100 years of collective experience, our inpatient, outpatient, and online programs are offered across the country, providing essential compassionate care to patients wherever they are.

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Position Overview:

As a vital member of our interdisciplinary team, the primary function of the Mental Health & Addiction Counsellor II will be to provide individual and group therapy, psychoeducational material, and ongoing assessment of progress to clients. Case coordination and communication across an inter-professional team is an integral component of the role. Additionally, the Mental Health and Addiction Counsellor is responsible for communicating with referral agencies, offering support and guidance to clients and their families.

Job Overview:

Provision of individual treatment, education, and ongoing assessment of progress to the patients using evidence-based modalities including cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), mindfulness, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), interpersonal therapy, and trauma-informed care.
Facilitation of abstinence-based, relapse prevention individual and group-based education and process-based content.
Identification of treatment goals with patients, coordinating across broader clinical teams on a weekly basis
Delivery of high quality psychoeducational and process groups using evidence-based modalities.
Case coordination and communication across an inter-professional team both within the company and with external providers.
Collaboration with other stakeholders in the development, implementation and follow-up of the patient's aftercare plan including referrals to abstinence-based recovery programs (e.g., AA, CA, NA, SMART, etc.). Prepare comprehensive discharge summaries and referent reports in timely manner.
Completion of detailed documentation and charting appropriately and in a timely manner in accordance with relevant College standards.
Liaise with patient's family, referral sources, community providers, EAP representatives, case managers and other members of the circle of care on a regular and timely basis.
Engage in personal and professional development, maintain appropriate professional associations, and provide current documentation to the Human Resources Department.
Undertake Quality Assurance (QA) activities as assigned including completion of outcome measures.
Other duties as assigned, including providing coverage in other programs as required.

Requirements:

Master's degree program in Counselling or Social Work
Current registration with a regulated professional College (i.e., college of Social Workers, Canadian Certified Counsellor, etc.)
Minimum three-five years of clinical experience
Understanding of First responder trauma and how to effectively deal with vicarious trauma effectively an asset
Professional experience with individuals experiencing concurrent disorders, such as mood and anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, acute stress disorders, and PTSD.
Background in or willingness to train for EMDR, PET, and CPT.
CBT and DBT certification considered an asset
Knowledge of the DSM-V, including substance use disorders.

Employee Benefits and Perks:

Comprehensive benefits package, including a yearly allowance of $2,000 for mental health and addiction services, as well as $600 per service for various paramedical services, such as massage and physiotherapy
24/7 Employee Assistance Program through GreenShield Health
Competitive paid time off policies, including a paid day off on your birthday
Access to in-house fitness facilities where applicable or discounted external gym memberships
Perks and discounts with Perkopolis - entertainment, home/auto/pet insurance
Personal and professional development through our Education Support Assistance program
Nationwide presence allows for supportive relocation opportunities
Defined Benefit pension through CAAT with up to a 4% employer contribution
Maternity and parental leave top-up
Access to discounts at Kids & Co. Daycare

EHN Canada is an employment equity employer. If you should require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources.