Rehab Counsellor - AFM - Manitoba

REHABILITATION COUNSELLOR
Part Time (.5) Seasonal Term Position
September 2014- March 2016

YOUTH SCHOOL-BASED PROGRAMS
EASTERN CENTRAL MANITOBA SERVICE AREA
WINNIPEG, MANITOBA
The Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM) is a Crown Agency that contributes to the health and resilience of Manitobans by providing addictions services and supporting healthy behavior.
Reporting to the Youth School-Based Supervisors, the Rehabilitation Counsellor will work within a designated school within an urban School Division. The focus of this position is toconduct individual assessments; individual and group counselling; development of Interventions, treatment plansand continuing care services;developing and delivery of educational workshops for students, parents and school personnel. This position interacts extensively with students, school personnel, social services, other professionals and parents. The ability to work as part of a team is essential. The position requires a commitment to a client centered philosophy and approach to the development, provision and support of AFM programs and services. Some evening work may be required.
The Rehabilitation Counsellor will work as a member of the Youth School-Based team and will demonstrate the following:

• Ability to communicate respectfully and positively with clients and staff and presents self in an approachable and friendly manner.
• Demonstrates a genuine enthusiasm for client-centered care and demonstrates empathy and compassion.
• Exhibits the ability to respond to client requests and crises in a responsible, timely and flexible manner.
• Demonstrates the ability to balance the needs of clients, other staff persons and those of the organization.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm for ongoing professional development activities, and engages in reciprocal learning experiences with colleagues and supervisors.
• Recognizes the importance of regular individual and team supervision meetings.
• Demonstrates active listening abilities, is coachable and responds positively to supervision.
• Works collaboratively in the context of a provincial organization, with numerous colleagues, to ensure a consistent "One AFM" approach.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to personal and professional ethics, integrity and responsibility.
• Ability to manage one’s own emotions and strong feelings; maintain a calm and tactful composure under a broad range of challenging circumstances; think clearly and stay focused under pressure.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrated ability to conduct bio-psychosocial/spiritual assessments and collaborate with clients to design client-centered, strength-based treatment plans that reflect evidence-based practices and clinical skill.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill related to individual and group counselling services to youth whose primary concerns are alcohol and drugs.
• Ability to match treatment services to client’s unique circumstances.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain current and accurate confidential records of client files.
• Demonstrates skill and knowledge related to Motivational Interviewing techniques and coaching skills.
• Works collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team within the organization.
• Participates on committees, teams or work groups at the local and provincial level as requested by supervisor.
• Establishes and maintains professional working relationships and regular communication with community and other related organizations relevant to client’s needs.
• Demonstrates the ability to operate Microsoft software applications, internet and email communications.

Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s Degree in the Social Sciences or related discipline and two years related counselling experience and/or a combination of education and experience will be considered. Demonstrated knowledge and skills related to assessment, individual and group counselling; excellent organizational, interpersonal and oral communication and documentation skills; knowledge of the addictions and mental health fields and demonstrated ability to work within a complex systems of services are required. Experience working from a client-centered perspective and training and/or experience in the utilization of Motivational Interviewing techniques is essential. Experience working with youth and their families is an asset. Experience in planning, preparing and presenting educational material is an asset. Demonstrated ability working within and contributing to a positive team environment is required. Effective communication and problem solving skills are required. An understanding of, and sensitivity to, working with culturally diverse populations is essential. The ability to communicate in French will be considered an asset. Must have a valid driver's license and supply own vehicle.
The Competencies for the Rehabilitation Counsellor opportunity are:

• Adaptability/Flexibility
• Client Centered Change
• Continuous Learning
• Diversity and Cultural Responsiveness
• Effective Communication
• Ethical Conduct and Professionalism
• Planning and Organizing
• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Case Management
• Counselling
• Crisis Intervention
• Understanding Substance Use, Abuse and Dependency

It is AFM practice to conduct a criminal and child abuse registry check prior to finalizing the appointment of the successful candidate.

Competition #:  2014-053
Salary Range: $51,538 - $61,865 per annum ($27.25 - $32.71/hour)
(Potential to move to a maximum of $35.21 per hour with specific qualifications)
Closing Date: August 25, 2014
Apply in writing to:
Client Services Manager
Youth (Eastern and Central Manitoba)
200 Osborne Street North
Winnipeg, MB R3C 1V4
Fax: (204) 204-772-8077
E-mail: youth@afm.mb.ca
We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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