Who We AreFor more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.Who We AreFor more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.Mission StatementThe Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.Job DescriptionPosition Purpose summary:Assist the client in his recovery process by providing him with information, therapeutic support, and insight through individual treatment planning,



addiction specific programing and monitoring the clients progress towards mutually determined goals.AccountabilitiesGroup WorkCognitive Behavioral ClassesAnger Management ClassesEmotional Health and relationship ClassesRelapse Prevention ClassesTrauma based counselling.Individual CounsellingCompletes assessments of potential clients, determining suitability to the Anchorage program or, when necessary, referral to other more appropriate programsIncorporate information obtained through the assessment process and comprehensive treatment/recovery plan to inform the counselling approach.Establish a helping relationship with the client, characterized by qualified warmth, respect, genuineness, concreteness and empathy.Offers counselling to clients / candidates in crisis and makes referrals to other resources as required.Assumes an assigned caseload, as primary addictions care giver, using a case management system.Records in log and case notes in an accurate and clear manner, shares at case management sessions any observations and information regarding each client's progressSupport clients in the further development of treatment /recovery plans.Administers toxicology tests to clients.Community RelationsProvides liaison with outside service agencies such as Correctional Dept., Detox, Lawyers, etc.Program SupportUpdate's data base with client information for statistical purposesEnsures documentation is complete, accurate,



and up to date.The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army's Mission Statement, in a professional manner, exemplifying Christian standards of conduct.Education, Qualifications And CertificationsSuccessful completion of degree/diploma in relevant field from an accredited post-secondary institution in Social Services with Addictions ConcentrationEither currently hold or is actively pursuing and within 1 year of obtaining CCAC certification under the CACCFExperience And Skilled Knowledge RequirementsExperience working with a marginalized population as an addiction counsellorProven working knowledge of all modalities of recoveryProven skill in the use of motivational interviewing and other cognitive behavioral therapiesExperience in running therapeutic process groupsExperience in group facilitatingAbility to recognize and work within professional and personal limitations and boundariesSkills And CapabilitiesProven ability to work successfully in a team environmentGood organizational skills and ability to work independentlyExperience administering Narcan and/or Narcan training a strong assetBilingualism is an assetSuperior group facilitation and counselling skillsClear Police Reference Check for Vulnerable Sector Screening is requiredCompensationThe target hiring range for this position is $28.63 to $28.63 with a maximum of $28.63. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment. [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

📌 Addiction Counsellour (Riviere-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles)
🏢 The Salvation Army in Canada
📍 Riviere-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles