Addiction Counsellor/Worker

Company Description Westover Treatment Centre provides structured treatment programs in a therapeutic environment designed to promote recovery and long-term wellness. Interdisciplinary teams work together to deliver evidence-informed care, education, and support services. Westover Treatment Centre strives to create a safe, inclusive, and respectful space for clients, families, and staff. Role Description The Addiction Counsellor/Worker is a part-time, on-site role based at Westover Treatment Centre in Chatham-Kent, ON. The person in this role may provide individual and group counselling to clients experiencing substance use and related mental health challenges, using established therapeutic models and abstinence-based approaches as appropriate to the program. Daily responsibilities include maintaining accurate case notes, and collaborating with other team members to coordinate client care. The Addiction Counsellor/Worker also facilitates psychoeducational groups, supports clients in developing coping skills and relapse prevention strategies. Additional duties may include liaising with community resources, contributing to program development, and ensuring adherence to organizational policies and ethical standards. Qualifications Demonstrated skills in addiction counselling, including individual and group facilitation, and relapse prevention. Knowledge of mental health and addiction frameworks, trauma-informed care, and motivational interviewing. Strong interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills, with the ability to build rapport and maintain professional boundaries. Ability to maintain accurate documentation, manage caseloads, and use electronic record systems or basic computer applications. Relevant education in addictions, counselling, or a related human services field; certification or registration with a professional body is an asset. Experience working in residential or community-based addiction services, healthcare, or social services, preferably in a multidisciplinary team environment. Understanding of ethical practice, confidentiality requirements, and cultural humility when working with diverse populations. Availability to work part time on-site in Chatham-Kent, ON, including possible evening, weekend, or over night shifts as required by program needs.

Provide individual and group counselling to clients with substance use and mental health challenges using abstinence-based approaches. Responsibilities include maintaining case notes, facilitating psychoeducational groups, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care.

Requires relevant education in addictions, counselling, or human services, with experience in residential or community-based addiction services. Candidates must possess skills in trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and the ability to work flexible shifts on-site.

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• Addiction Counselling
• Group Facilitation
• Relapse Prevention
• Trauma-Informed Care
• Motivational Interviewing
• Case Management
• Psychoeducational Group Facilitation
• Active Listening
• Electronic Record Systems
• Interpersonal Communication

• Healthcare
• Social Services

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 23, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available