Who We Are

For 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 Statement

The 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 Description

Accountabilities

- Individual counselling
- Case Management skills
- Group Facilitation as needed
- Teaching Classes as needed
- Development of treatment plans based on client-centered recovery goals
- Assessment & referral
- Liaison with shelter case workers by attending case management meetings and working alongside shelter team
- Collaborate with community partners—including ADAPT, PAARC, and Hope Place Centres—to deliver comprehensive wraparound support services for clients experiencing opioid substance use challenges
- Maintain electronic client files via EMHware according to agency standards
- Liaison with outside agencies as required
- Crisis/Conflict Intervention
- Discharge Planning After-care Follow-up Team Consultation and Decision-Making Reporting on monthly service targets Participation in individual and team clinical supervision Other duties as assigned Personal vehicle or reliable transportation required. Mileage reimbursement for travel to community appointments

Education and Experience Qualifications

- Minimum undergraduate degree from a recognized institution (in one of the human services professions)
- Registration in a professional college an asset




- Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

- Minimum 3 years’ experience working in the substance use/concurrent disorder sector
- Knowledge of evidence-based concurrent disorder counselling interventions / treatment models, including CBT, Relapse Prevention and Trauma Informed Practice Cultural awareness practices
- Skilled documentation according to agency and regulatory college standards
- The ability to work individually and as part of a team
- The ability to work collaboratively with community partners
- Competence with data management systems, particularly EMHware
- Knowledge and experience in substance abuse counselling, group counselling and case management
- Awareness and experience with marginalized and vulnerable populations
- Basic First Aid/CPR Certification an asset
- Proficient in English language, second language an asset
- Upon hiring, successful candidate must provide: A current Vulnerable Sector Screen

Compensation

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 if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

Benefits

- We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental benefits, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP’s, as well as to expand our skills and advance our careers as together we build a culture of continuous learning and growth.

If you're looking for a career that allows you to find meaning, make an impact, and one that challenges you to grow and become the best version of yourself, join our dynamic team.

There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.

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