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mental health counsellor
Posted on October 25, 2024 by Employer details Dunham House
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Dunham House is a residential Life Skills Development program for people experiencing substance abuse and/or concurrent mental health disorders. Dunham House provides a common core program for all residents which includes educational workshops and extra-curricular readings, individual counselling, and group discussions. Each of these program characteristics contributes to providing the resident with knowledge and awareness in designing a meaningful life plan. Our approach in assisting our residents is based on various evidence-based strategies which include cognitive and behavioural techniques, motivational interviewing and solution focused strategies based on a community environment. *Duties:* · Counsel residents individually, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, and making changes. · Complete and maintain accurate records and reports regarding the clients? histories and progress, services provided, and other required information · Develop client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories. · Review and evaluate clients? progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans. · Intervene and advocate for clients in order to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations. · Modify treatment plans to comply with changes in client status. · Coordinate counselling efforts with mental health professionals and other health professionals such as doctors, nurses, and social workers. · Attend training sessions in order to increase knowledge and skills. · Plan and implement follow-up and aftercare programs for clients to be discharged from treatment program (exit plan) · Participate in case conferences and staff meetings. · Perform other related duties as requested by immediate supervisor. *Skills:* · Active listening · Time management · Responsible and organized · Ability to work both independently and team-oriented approach · Ability to work in crisis situations *Qualifications:* · Hold a college degree (DEC) in a counselling related field with 5 years? experience or minimum of a university degree (B.A.) in a counselling related field with 2 years clinical experience. · Bilingualism · CPR certification (asset) *Additional Information* Full Time (30-35 hrs/week) Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $30.00-$32.00 per hour Schedule: * Evening shift * Monday to Friday * Weekends as needed Work Location: In person Expected start date: 2024-11-04- LocationDunham, QC
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$30.00 to $32.00HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
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