Transition House is a short-term, supportive residence for men recovering from substance use and problem gambling. We are currently looking for a skilled, flexible and enthusiastic person to join our team.

The Relief Residential Counsellor will cover shifts on short notice in the event of staff illness, as well as provide vacation coverage. Shifts are generally 24 hours in length.

Responsibilities:

- The Relief Residential Counsellor is responsible for intake, assessment, referral, individual counselling, life and social skills coaching, as well as agency health, safety and security on a 24 hour basis.

Qualifications:

- An undergraduate degree/diploma in one of the social sciences from an accredited community college or university, or an approved combination of education and experience
- Solid client-centred counselling skills
- Strong attention to detail
- A commitment to support clients as they make changes
- The ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- A working knowledge of Catalyst and the ADAT screening tools.




- A familiarity with and commitment to best practices in addiction treatment
- Previous experience working in one or more of the following areas: addictions, mental health, homelessness, HIV/AIDS, crisis intervention, and harm reduction.

This is a shift work/overnight position

Transition House is committed to the principles of anti-racism and diversity. We strongly encourage qualified candidates from equity seeking communities to apply.

For more information about our agency, please visit our website at: www.thousetoronto.org

Transition House thanks all applicants for their interest, however we will only be contacting those candidates that we select for an interview. Absolutely no phone calls or faxes.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $18.05-$21.00 per hour

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Application question(s):

- Are you available to work weekdays and weekends .

Experience:

- 2 y: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Relief Residential Counsellor (Canada)
🏢 Transition House
📍 Canada