Play a crucial role in addiction support as an Outreach Counsellor with the Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle. This unique position emphasizes Indigenous self-determination and comprehensive care for substance use.
As part of the Mobile Withdrawal Management Service, you will provide direct services, assessments, and collaborative treatment planning tailored to the needs of Indigenous clients. This position requires evening and weekend hours to facilitate effective client support and utilize community resources effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Negotiate treatment while assessing substance use challenges
- Deliver individual and group counselling sessions
- Manage withdrawal symptoms through supportive techniques
- Connect clients with essential community resources
- Support the development of a natural support system
Requirements:
- Relevant post-secondary education or experience in mental health
- Experience in culturally safe care for Indigenous communities
- Knowledge of community addiction services
- Valid driver's licence and vehicle access
- Strong analytical and multi-tasking abilities
Your expertise in recovery and community engagement will help enhance the lives of those in need within the Indigenous community at BANAC.
Counsellor for Mobile Withdrawal Management Service in Beaverton employer: Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle
The Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle (BANAC) is an exceptional employer that prioritizes trauma-informed, culturally safe care for Indigenous communities in Simcoe Muskoka. With a strong emphasis on collaboration within an interprofessional team, BANAC fosters a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth and development. Employees benefit from meaningful engagement with the community, travel opportunities, and the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of those they serve.
Contact Details:
Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle Recruitment Team
