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.Position Purpose summaryTo support the mission of The Salvation Army Toronto Harbour Light Ministries through provision of skilled concurrent disorder counselling services for youth/adult clients in accordance with government contractual agreements and Salvation Army Standards. To function responsibly as a member of Harbour Light at Choices Shelter & Support Services, Family Life Resource Centre, Cuthbert House, Wilkinson Men's Shelter, and St. Leonard's Place Peel.AccountabilitiesIndividual 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 teamMaintain 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 supervisionMileage reimbursement for travelOther duties as assignedEducation And Experience QualificationsMinimum undergraduate degree from a recognized institution (in one of the human services professions)Registration in a professional 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 ProvideA current Vulnerable Sector ScreenCritical Relationship ManagementSenior Management, Director of Client Services, Program Coordinator, counsellors & staff within agency, outside agenciesMANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITYReports directly to: Program CoordinatorWorking ConditionsShelter and community settings, long periods of being seated, using computer, phone systemsMinimum travel for counselling support for community clientsCompensationThe 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 Recruitment. [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

📌 Concurrent Disorders Counsellor - Shelter Outreach (Brampton)
🏢 The Salvation Army in Canada
📍 Brampton