1 Temporary up to 6 months with the possibility of extensionJob code:10218 - Rehabilitation Officer 2, Correctional Services$1,213.06 - $1,484.47 Per week* *Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.Are you looking for an prospect to apply and expand your expertise in addictions and substance abuse while making a difference in the lives of others?Consider the role of Addiction Counsellor with the Ministry of the Solicitor General at the Thunder Bay Correctional Centre, where you will have a unique chance to work with diverse clients as well as a multi-disciplinary team to deliver meaningful services within a correctional environment.About the jobAssist in the development of addiction counselling programsContribute as part of an inter-professional committee focusing on addictions and re-integration of offendersProvide rehabilitative addiction counselling services by working with individual or groups of offendersParticipate in case conferences, treatment planning meetings, discharge planning conferences, and contacting family members, to assist in the coordination of treatment of offenders within the institutionLiaise with community agencies and self-help organizations, citizen's groups, business, industries, colleges and universitiesFacilitate the completion of recognized addiction assessmentsOther duties, as requiredWhat you bring to the teamSpecialized Knowledge and ExperienceYou have knowledge of current addiction counselling theories, practices and counselling techniques, substance abuse indicators, group/individual counselling strategies and referral network in the communityYou have understanding of risk and needs assessment tools, criminogenic factors, rehabilitation theories, and related counselling practicesYou have knowledge of community agencies and resources to identify and arrange the appropriate support and discharge resourcesYou understand the various sectors involved in the rehabilitation and reintegration of inmates after release (i.E. mental health agencies, shelters, employment services,



etc.)You are able to apply relevant legislation as well as demonstrated ability to acquire knowledge of and follow organizational policies and proceduresCommunication and Interpersonal SkillsYou are able to connect and build rapport with a diverse client population with varied cultural, ethnic, and educational backgrounds as well as complex needsYou have experience providing one-on-one and group counsellingYou are able to effectively communicate with correctional staff, other professionals, and external agency stakeholdersYou have written communication skills to prepare correspondence and accurate reportsYou have tact and diplomacy to handle requests and respond to inquiriesProficiency with computer software and databasesAnalytical and Problem-Solving SkillsYou can determine offender/program needs based on input from institutional staff and offendersYou have reasoning skills to assess an individual's treatment readiness and motivationYou can resolve issues or matters pertaining to offender participationYou have organizational skills to prioritize and manage workloadDon't meet every qualification?If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibilityWe are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.



We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:diversity, equity and inclusion initiativesaccessibilityAnti-Racism PolicyWhat we offerThe Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province.a career that can grow across ministries and job functionsflexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programsa comprehensive compensation and benefits packagebase salary that aligns to market trends with performance-based pay and scheduled salary progressiontailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and morea up-to-date, friendly and accessible physical work environmentAdditional information:1 English Temporary, duration up to 6 months, Hwy 61 South, Thunder Bay, North Region, Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit History Check, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMSA criminal or other federal offence record does not automatically disqualify you from the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities. If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in. Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them strictly confidential.Language requirements and assessment: All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

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