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addictions counsellor

Vanderhoof, BC
CA$52,000 - CA$56,160/yearly
Permanent employment Full time

Top Benefits

Dental plan
Health care plan
Vision care benefits

About the role

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Urban area. Clinic. Government department and/or agency. Health care institution, facility or clinic. Tasks: Interview clients, prepare case histories and assess problems. Write progress reports . Develop and implement counselling and intervention programs to assist clients in determining goals and means of attaining them. Counsel clients, provide therapy and mediation services, and facilitate group sessions. Participate in fundraising activities. Follow up results of counselling programs and clients' adjustment. Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia. Prepare assessment, progress, follow-up and court reports. Identify additional/alternative services and provide referrals. Liaise with community agencies or partners, and identify additional or alternative services and provide referrals. Provide public education and consultation to other professionals or groups regarding counselling services, issues and methods. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification . First Aid Certificate. Computer and technology knowledge: MS Excel. MS Outlook. MS PowerPoint. MS Windows. MS Word. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Transportation/travel information: Own transportation. Valid driver's licence. Personal suitability: Client focus. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Judgement. Values and ethics. Flexibility. Interpersonal awareness. Reliability. Team player. Employment terms options: Morning. Experience: Experience an asset. Employment terms options: To be determined. Day. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Life insurance. Pension plan.

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