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.:Accountabilities:Individual counsellingCase Management skillsGroup Facilitation as neededTeaching Classes as neededDevelopment of treatment plans based on client-centered recovery goalsAssessment & referralLiaison with shelter case workers by attending case management meetings and working alongside shelter teamCollaborate with community partners—including ADAPT, PAARC, and Hope Place Centres—to deliver comprehensive wraparound support services for clients experiencing opioid substance use challengesMaintain electronic client files via EMHware according to agency standardsLiaison with outside agencies as requiredCrisis/Conflict InterventionDischarge PlanningAfter-care Follow-upTeam Consultation and Decision-MakingReporting on monthly service targetsParticipation in individual and team clinical supervisionOther duties as assignedPersonal vehicle or reliable transportation required.



Mileage reimbursement for travel to community appointmentsEducation and Experience Qualifications:Minimum undergraduate degree from a recognized institution (in one of the human services professions)Registration in a qualified college an assetAlternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.Experience and Skilled Knowledge RequirementsMinimum 3 years’ experience working in the substance use/concurrent disorder sectorKnowledge of evidence-based concurrent disorder counselling interventions / treatment models, including CBT, Relapse Prevention and Trauma Informed PracticeCultural awareness practicesProfessional documentation according to agency and regulatory college standardsThe ability to work individually and as part of a teamThe ability to work collaboratively with community partnersCompetence with data management systems, particularly EMHwareKnowledge and experience in substance abuse counselling, group counselling and case managementAwareness and experience with marginalized and vulnerable populationsBasic First Aid/CPR Certification an assetProficient in English language, second language an assetUpon hiring, successful candidate must provide:A current Vulnerable Sector ScreenCompensation:The target hiring range for this position is $58,531.20 to $73,174.40 with a maximum of $87,817.60.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 [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

📌 Concurrent Disorders Counsellor - Halton Shelter Outreach (Oakville)
🏢 The Salvation Army
📍 Oakville