Job Description

About CASA
CASA Mental Health is an established non-profit organization delivering holistic, culturally-safe wrap-around mental health services to Albertans and their families. CASA provides mental health service to the missing middle \xe2\x80\x93 mental health treatment for diagnosed children and youth, in between prevention and promotion in primary and community care, and acute treatment in hospital.

\xe2\x80\x8bCASA\xe2\x80\x99s team of mental health professionals are trauma experts committed to delivering service in collaboration with community partners. This includes assessment and treatment for up to 4,000 children, youth and their families each year, from community outreach settings to intensive treatment programs.

About the Role
Working collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary Trauma and Family Therapy team, the Addictions Counsellor will help ensure success in the area of clinical service delivery. The Addictions Counsellor provides treatment for adolescents and their families experiencing problems related to alcohol, drugs, tobacco, gaming, gambling and co-occurring addiction and mental health problems.

\xe2\x80\x8bThe Addictions Counsellor will:

• Provide services unique to the appropriate professional discipline (addictions, psychology, social work, nursing, occupational therapy).
• Provide client-focused, recovery-based, and culturally-appropriate assessments.
• Develop and implement treatment plans and provide a range of interventions appropriate to the youth and their families.
• Conduct psycho-educational support and treatment groups for adolescents and parents.
• Advocate on behalf of the youth and family as appropriate.
• Meet youth and families at their starting point, which may include community based meetings and support.
• Contribute to a multi-disciplinary clinical team with assessment, treatment, case review and consultation.
• Practice according to the training and code of ethics of their specific discipline.
• Apply the principles of evidence-based practice to all aspects of their work.
• Nurture collaborative linkages with community partners.

\xe2\x80\x8bJob Details
Union: In-scope
Classification: Addictions Counsellor
FTE: 1.00
Status: Permanent
Location: CASA Centre
Multi-Site: Yes
Minimum Salary: $38.83
Maximum Salary: $49.21
Hours per Shift: 7.25
Shifts per Week: Five
Days Off: Saturday and Sunday

Qualifications

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in Addictions, or a combination of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in a related field with course work or a diploma in addictions.
• Active registration under the Health Professions Act, if eligible.
• Additional designations may be required to perform restricted psychosocial interventions.
• \xe2\x80\x8bMinimum one-to-two years of addiction counselling experience in community setting is required.
• Strong communication, critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Excellent assessment, treatment and case management skills.
• Strong grasp of the principles of evidence-based practice.
• Respect for other disciplines and an ability to work collaboratively with diverse interest groups.
• Practical experience in a children\xe2\x80\x99s mental health treatment setting.

Conditions of Employment

• A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
• A satisfactory Child Intervention Check.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or exemption on the basis of a protected legal ground.

Closing Date: June 13, 2023

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Why Work With CASA?

Life - Work Balance
CASA\'s hours of work allow you to balance your work with the rest of your life. Our Wellness Days can be used how you want, when you want, ensuring everyone is feeling their best. Employees also receive competitive vacation days so that you have the time you need to recharge your passion.

Meaningful Work
Feel good about making a difference in the lives of children, youth and families so that they are empowered to thrive!

Employee Benefits
CASA Mental Health offers a competitive benefit and pension package for employees, including a flexible spending account, access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program, and more!

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