Addictions Counsellor, PHAST Navigator

Job summary

Provide individual and group counselling while facilitating client navigation and warm transfers to necessary services across the region. Conduct mental health and addiction assessments, develop wellness plans, and maintain high-quality health records.

Job details

JOIN ADAPT'S IMPACTFUL TEAM Become part of the ADAPT team-where your work truly matters. We champion career development, foster a positive and supportive culture, and celebrate a diverse and inclusive environment. ABOUT THE ROLE Position: 2 x PHAST Navigator Type of role: full time, 37.5hrs/ week Schedule: rotating shifts; days (8:30-4:30), evenings (12:00/1:00-8:00/9:00-tbd); regular Saturdays (10:00-6:00) Location: hybrid (hospital; traveling across Halton Region may be required; home office) Posting is for existing vacancies. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? A fun, cooperative, and diverse team environment Exceptional work–life balance with growth opportunities Top of the line benefits and competive salaries with clear progression path Cross‑professional collaboration to enhance your skills and impact Access to ongoing training and career development WHAT YOU'LL DO You will provide group and individual counselling and facilitate active transfer and navigation of clients to subsequent needed services across the region. Addictions and mental health assessment, delivery of acute stabilizing interventions, evaluation of interventions and treatment Facilitate development and implementation of clients personalized wellness plans 1:1 Instrumental support based on needs Group counselling development, delivery and evaluation Crisis support Family engagement, support and education Maintaining proper health records at a high standard of quality Community engagement Interprofessional, inter-agency engagement, relationship building and collaboration Identify next stage services and facilitating navigation and warm transfer to these services Complete statistical information in accordance with Ministry and Program requirements Participate in continuous quality improvement cycles WHAT WE ASK FOR Education University degree/ diploma in Social Work/ Social Service and/ or Health related field plus Addiction Studies certification Licenses, certification, credentials Professional registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers an asset; Current CPR and First Aid certification is required. ASIST training or equivalent is required. CPI training or equivalent is required. Experience At least 5 years of relevant experience; Experience in: Individual, family, and group counselling Community development and networking Record keeping and file management YOUR SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Advanced life skills counselling, supportive counselling, crisis intervention, advocacy, and group work Managing clients with complex needs in varying stages of change Strong communication and active listening is required Ability to effectively present complex clinical information in writing and verbally Ability to read and understand documentation such as operating instructions, procedures manuals and complex clinical reports. Broad knowledge of addictions treatments and explanatory theories, mental illness, and community resources. Ability to: function independently, maintain effective working relationships with others, work effectively under pressure or deadlines and work outside regular office hours as required, use good judgement to make sound decisions Interpersonal skills that require an attention to detail and rapport building with clients Experienced sense and awareness of ethical boundaries and clinical reporting obligations Ability to successfully deliver culturally responsive services Cultural knowledge of key populations in Halton Region that will be served to address disparities in specific services Ability to communicate and effectively interact with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, and races Knowledge of the history of discrimination in America, particularly as it relates to race and racism, and how this history has led to disparities experienced by marginalized communities such as BIPOC, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ communities, and others Active time management and scheduling Proficiency with computer programs and electronic database(s) Knowledge of French language an asset WORK CONDITIONS Working in the community or at ADAPT partners’ sites. Working in a busy office environment with frequent interruptions. Able to fulfill all duties and work hours from a remote/home location, whenever required. Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals. Various physical actions of mobility are required (minimal lifting, sitting for periods of time, moderate wrist motions). WHY ADAPT? ADAPT (Halton Alcohol Drug and Gambling Assessment Prevention and Treatment Services) is one of Ontario’s largest and most diversified addiction and mental health agencies, offering comprehensive services to help those impacted by alcohol, drugs or gambling. We believe your best work comes when you feel empowered, included, and supported, because thriving employees create thriving communities. We offer competitive compensation, generous paid time off, a flexible hybrid work environment, and comprehensive tools to support your professional growth. Accessibility and Accommodation ADAPT is committed to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA): we will provide accommodations throughout the hiring process. When invited to an interview, you can request accommodations, and we’ll tailor the process to suit your needs. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ADAPT values diversity and inclusion. We encourage candidates from First Nations, Métis, Inuit, racialized, LGBTQ2S+, women, people with disabilities, and those with lived experience to apply. APPLY NOW You are invited to submit your resume and cover letter. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in hiring ADAPT is not using AI in hiring for this role. We appreciate all applications, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Personal information is managed under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

What you’ll do

Provide individual and group counselling while facilitating client navigation and warm transfers to necessary services across the region. Conduct mental health and addiction assessments, develop wellness plans, and maintain high-quality health records.

Requirements

Requires a university degree or diploma in Social Work or a health-related field along with Addiction Studies certification. Candidates must have at least 5 years of relevant experience and hold current CPR, First Aid, ASIST, and CPI certifications.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Work-life balance
• Career development
• Training opportunities
• Inclusive environment

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Addictions counselling
• Mental health assessment
• Crisis intervention
• Case management
• Group facilitation
• Client navigation
• Advocacy
• Active listening
• Interprofessional collaboration
• Record keeping
• Ethical boundaries
• Cultural responsiveness
• Time management
• Database proficiency
• Conflict resolution
• Report writing
• Rapport Building
• Mental Health Assessments
• Crisis Prevention
• Family Engagement
• Record Keeping
• Time Off Management
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Active Listening
• Artificial Intelligence
• Mental Health
• Medical Records
• Social Work
• Hospital Information Systems
• Communication
• Community Development
• Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
• Crisis Intervention
• Disabilities
• File Management
• French Language
• Interpersonal Communications
• Life Skills Development
• Fine Motor Skills
• Mental Diseases
• Peripheral Devices
• Relationship Building
• Time Management
• Scheduling
• Registration
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Government & Public Sector
• Addictions Counselor
• Mental / Behavioral Health Social Worker
• Social Work and Counselling Professionals
• Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers

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