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ABOUT THE ROLE
Position:PGBAAddictions Counsellor/ Day Treatment Facilitator, Probelm Gambling and Behavioural Addictions
Type of role: full time
Location: hybrid (Burlington; traveling across Halton Region may be required)
Posting is for an existing vacancy.
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
Clinical Level Responsibilities
assesses client needs through the use of diagnostic tools and structured interviews
in consultation with the client, develops an individual treatment plan
facilitates psycho-educational groups and workshops
provides individual counselling and/or group facilitation to address clients’ needs
makes referrals to other appropriate support services and agencies, as needed
conducts appropriate case management services
provides consultative services to community agencies, professionals or individuals, as required
maintains accurate and complete clinical records and service tracking data according to guidelines established by ADAPT, the MOHLTC and/or the funding agency
participates in clinical supervision sessions
Day Treatment Facilitation Responsibilities
co-facilitates programing Monday-Friday
delivers the Day Treatment programming remotely to clients across Ontario, with facilitation taking place in-person at the office.
provides direct clinical services to the clients of the ADAPT Day Treatment Program for individuals with gambling concerns
provides consultation and/or counselling services to collateral clients of those attending the Day Treatment Program, where appropriate
provides follow-up communication to all referral agents regarding clients referred by that agency according to established standards
provides after care services to graduate clients, as assigned;
Community Education and Awareness Responsibilities
is involved in research and development of presentation programming and material
organizes and facilitates community events to raise awareness towards PGBA issues
participates in Problem Gambling awareness and education activities within the community
facilitates PGBA drop-in programming and in house presentations
maintains up-to-date content for presentations
WHAT WE ASK FOR
Education
University degree/ diploma in Social Work/ Social Service and/ or Health related field plus Addiction Studies certification, or equivalent combination of experience and education
Licenses, certification, credentials
Professional registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and designation of Social Service Worker an asset;
Non-violent crisis intervention, First Aid, CPR and ASIST certifications are assets;
Experience
1-2 years counselling experience in addictions or a related field;
Experience in:
Community development and networking;
Facilitating skills-based groups and delivering presentations to diverse audiences;
Record keeping and file management;
Basic life skills counselling, supportive counselling, crisis intervention, advocacy, and group work;
Managing clients with complex needs in varying stages of change;
YOUR SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Broad knowledge of addictions treatments and explanatory theories (with emphasis on on best practices for Behavioural Addiction), mental health, concurrent disorders and community resources is required;
Familiarity with community services and resources;
Strong communication and active listening
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 and understanding of diverse communities and unique social, cultural, developmental, and system factors that may impact individuals and their access to service, including 2SLBGTQIA+ communities and individuals with developmental disabilities.
Good organizational skills
Active time management and scheduling
Ability to effectively present complex clinical information in writing and verbally
Knowledge of EMHware an asset;
Knowledge of second language is an asset
WORK CONDITIONS
Work conditions depend on the ADAPT model of operations, and may, but do not have to, include a combination of remote and in-person work arrangement
Working in a busy office setting with frequent interruptions;
Working remotely from home-office
Community: public places, partners’ facilities and clients’ homes;
Flexible hours;
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.
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.
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