Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, or relevant discipline, or a two-year community college diploma in human services required.
Registration with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario preferred.
Completion of a certificate program in addictions/concurrent disorders preferred.
Two years of recent experience in a mental health setting using an evidence-informed concurrent disorder framework required.
Comprehensive knowledge of substance use disorders and treatment best practices, including DBT and Motivational Interviewing.
Responsibilities
Provide expertise in consultation for patients with concurrent disorders and addictions.
Support interdisciplinary teams in implementing evidence-based treatment for addictions.
Conduct program evaluation and capacity building initiatives.
Engage in community outreach to enhance service delivery.
Conduct screening assessments and identify risk factors for patients with addiction issues.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a dynamic, interdisciplinary team environment.
Access to ongoing professional development and advanced education in addictions.
Engagement in community-based initiatives to support individuals with substance use concerns.
Potential for flexible scheduling across various shifts, including afternoons and evenings.
Full Job Description
Position Details
Job Number: JR02502
Department: Rapid Access Addiction Medicine RAAM Clinic
This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)
Job Type: Regular, Full time
Contract Duration: (If applicable) 0 months
Number of Positions: 1
Union: OPSEU Local 206
Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $36.57 - $41.61
Schedule
Work Days: Holidays, Monday to Sunday
Time of Day: Afternoons, Days, Evenings
Shift: Hours - 7.5
Shift Start: (If applicable)
Reason for Posting: Posting is for a new role
Application Dates
Opening Date: 2026-10-20
Closing Date: 2026-10-27
Job Description
Position Summary: The Community Support Counsellor - Addiction Specialist participates as a member of the Rapid Access Addiction Medicine Clinic and includes responsibilities related to providing expertise in consultation for patients with concurrent disorders and addictions within all medical and mental health and addictions programs. This position provides support to the interdisciplinary teams in utilizing evidence-based treatment for addictions/concurrent disorders brief counselling, program evaluation, capacity building, community outreach and works closely with the Concurrent Disorders Capacity Building Team.
Qualifications and Responsibilties:
- Bachelor's Degree in Psychology Sociology preferred or relevant discipline OR two-year community college diploma in human services or relevant field required
- Registration with College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario preferred
- Completion of a certificate program in addictions/concurrent disorders from an accredited educational institution preferred
- Evidence of ongoing advanced addictions education from an accredited educational institution required
- Comprehensive working knowledge of individuals experiencing substance induced psychosis required
- Two (2) years recent related experience working in a mental health setting utilizing an evidence informed concurrent disorder framework required
- One (1) year specific experience in an addiction treatment or medical setting preferred - Demonstrated knowledge and experience working in a community-based setting with individuals experiencing substance use concerns required
- Demonstrated experience in family engagement required
- Comprehensive knowledge in the treatment and relevant best practices of substance use disorder including the following modalities DBT Motivational Interviewing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Crisis Intervention Harm Reduction)
- Experienced in individual and group-based counselling
- Comprehensive knowledge in relevant regional community resources for this target population - Completed of TEACH Tobacco Cessation training preferred
- Demonstrated proficiency and working knowledge of MS Word and Outlook
- Demonstrated competence in program evaluation and capacity building
- Demonstrated competence in conducting the screening assessments of patients with addiction and concurrent disorders including the identification of risk factors
- Demonstrated skill in the identification and assessment of withdrawal symptoms and the application of appropriate interventions
- Demonstrated skill in the incorporation of evidence based practice and relevant referrals into addiction/concurrent disorder specific treatment plans
- Demonstrated ability to provide clinical support to patients with complex addiction/medical issues transitioning from hospital to community
- Demonstrated excellent organizational and problem-solving skills with demonstrated flexibility and ability to set own priorities and work with minimal supervision required
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and ability to function effectively as a productive member of an inter professional team; to remain accountable to other team members and demonstrated adherence to relevant timelines is essential
- Interest and demonstrated abilities in program planning development and research preferred - Working knowledge of relevant legislation including the Mental Health Act Health Care Consent Act Privacy and Substitute Decisions Act essential
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality required.
- Current First Aid & CPR preferred
- Good work performance and attendance record is required.
