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ASCO unites to support individuals to achieve their goals by offering hope and promoting well-being. Addiction Services Central Ontario takes pride in its passion for client service. Each day presents new opportunities to demonstrate leadership and expertise in addictions to the community. ASCO embraces a holistic, biological, psychological, social and spiritual approach to addiction. A holistic approach places the person at the centre. The agency uses a harm reduction approach in addiction treatment and equally respects individuals who choose abstinence or harm reduction. ASCO’s three strategic priorities are: Develop Our People, Drive System Leadership in Integrated Care and Advance Clinical and Operational Excellence.Addiction Services Central Ontario is seeking an experienced, highly motivated and energetic individual to work as a Group Facilitator 1 and Info/Referral/Intake 1.&nbsp; The incumbent will work three days per week as a Group Facilitator 1 and two days per week as an Info/Referral/Intake 1. As Group Facilitator 1, you will facilitate groups such as educational/treatment groups and in our Back on Track (BOT) program to assist persons who have been convicted of impaired driving or registered a blood alcohol level in the ‘warn range’.&nbsp; As an Info/Referral/Intake 1, you will&nbsp;provide intake/information/referral to potential clients and assessment services to agency clients. This position will also provide an agency orientation to clients seeking service within the agency.&nbsp;&nbsp; This position provides services in various capacities to ensure the organization meets the needs of clients where they are located.&nbsp;This position will be based in the Aurora office location, reporting to the Assigned Supervisor.&nbsp;ASCO is required to follow all public health and provincial directives as well as of those of our Ontario Health Team partners as related to the pandemic and other health issues that may come forward, including but not limited to vaccination requirements.This is a full-time permanent position for 35 hours per week, with a minimum of two evenings per week, weekend work is also expected (i.e., some Saturdays).&nbsp;The hourly wage rate is $29.75 for 21 hours (3 days) worked as a Group Facilitator 1 and $29.43 for 14 hours (2 days) worked as Info/Referral/Intake 1. This position is within the Bargaining Unit.Why work at ASCO?&nbsp;<ul><li>3 weeks’ Vacation (accrued monthly) earned in the first year; 4 weeks’ Vacation (accrued monthly) after one year of continuous service</li><li>Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) for Contract and Permanent staff</li><li>3 Flex Days to be taken throughout the year </li><li>15 days’ Paid Personal time (accrued monthly)</li><li>Education Allowance provided up to $300 per fiscal year</li><li>5 Education Days per fiscal year provided for personal and professional development</li><li>Comprehensive Benefits package</li><li>Employee Assistance Plan </li><li>Various employer-paid training programs</li><li>Mileage reimbursement when required</li><li>Free on-site parking</li><li>Perkopolis Membership Available</li></ul>Group Facilitator 1 Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:<ol><li>Assessment</li></ol><ul><li>Determine the client’s level of substance use as well as other risk-taking behaviours and referral to the education program or to the treatment program. </li></ul><ol><li>Education Program</li></ol><ul><li>Facilitate/co-facilitate a structured educational group to clients in accordance with ASCO requirements.</li><li>Be available to do other group facilitation within the Agency, as required,</li></ul><ol><li>Treatment Program</li></ol><ul><li>Facilitate/co-facilitate a structured group treatment to clients in accordance with ASCO requirements.</li><li>Be available to do other group facilitation within the Agency, as required.</li></ul><ol><li>Follow-Up</li></ol><ul><li>Conduct follow-up sessions with individuals who have participated in the education program or treatment program, as required by ASCO.</li></ul><ol><li>Supervision</li></ol><ul><li>Participate in regular supervision with the Supervisor, or as determined by ASCO.</li></ul>Info/Referral/Intake 1 Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:<ol><li>Entry, Screening and Intake</li></ol><ul><li>Provides potential clients with an orientation to the agency’s programs and services.</li><li>Reviews the agency consent to services process with the client.</li><li>Makes initial judgment regarding the need for an urgent response in selected cases and provides information to appropriate staff.</li><li>Obtains detailed information on the phone and/or in person required to facilitate case assignment and to initiate the assessment and counselling, case management or peer support process.</li><li>Makes initial judgements on the basis of admission criteria regarding admission of clients to clinical programs.</li><li>Receives and distributes documentation related to intake processing and initial clinical interventions.</li><li>Provides intake/information/referral information to clinical team meetings and clinical consultations.</li></ul><ol><li>Information and Referral</li></ol><ul><li>Provides resource and service information in response to requests.</li><li>Provides information and referral to other addiction programs and services both within the Central LHIN, and outside the boundaries.</li><li>Provides external resources to those individuals who may be inappropriate for programs and services offered by the agency.</li><li>Reviews pre-intake entry forms submitted online to determine appropriate program. and/or service. Follows-up with individual directly to provide additional information and/or external referral, if required.</li><li>Reviews SR Fax referrals that Addictions Withdrawal Management Services (AWMS) receives from medical providers to determine appropriate program and/or service and follow-up directly with the individual that has been referred to ASCO services to provide additional information and/or external referral, if required.</li><li>Receives calls from the Eastern York Region North Durham Mental Health and Addictions Wellness Centre and follow-up directly with the individual that has called the Wellness Centre phone line for help with navigating the appointment booking page.</li></ul><ol><li>Community Consultation</li></ol><ul><li>Provides resource and service information in response to client requests.</li><li>Provides other community resource information to those individuals who are inappropriate for agency programs and services. </li></ul><ol><li>Community Relations</li></ol><ul><li>Responds to the enquiries from professional service providers (e.g. crisis team staff, physicians, nurses and guidance counsellors).</li><li>Assists professional service providers in making appropriate referral requests.</li><li>Maintains an up-to-date resource list of resources available in the community.</li><li>Collaborates with organizations in the community to best support clients. </li><li>Attends weekly meetings at various Situation Tables consisting of multi-sector providers throughout York Region, and participates in collaboratively identifying and resolving situations of Acutely Elevated Risk (AER).</li><li>Drive/Operate and Provide services on the Mobile Rapid Access Addictions Medicine (M-RAAM) unit, when assigned.</li></ul><ol><li>Administration</li></ol><ul><li>Enters intake information into the electronic intake form, the agency’s data base and information management systems.</li><li>Establishes and maintains Clinical Resources files for agency staff and post current information on bulletin boards.</li><li>Ensures daily tasks and responsibilities are conducted with an Anti-Oppression and Anti-Racism (AOAR) framework and through an AOAR lens.</li><li>Comfortable with using a range of technological platforms to support virtual meetings, trainings, etc. </li><li>Ensures the confidentiality of all information received is maintained.</li></ul><ol><li>Professional Development</li></ol><ul><li>Participates in clinical staff training programs and skills development courses as per the Clinical Supervisor or Clinical Director.</li><li>Keeps up to date on emerging trends, treatments and programs related to substance and gambling addictions.</li><li>Provides training to the clinical staff regarding the entry, screening and intake functions.</li><li>Contributes to agency research projects, as required.</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul>Qualifications:&nbsp;<ul><li>College Diploma in one of the social sciences or a health-related discipline, Bachelor’s degree, an asset. </li><li>Member or member in progress with one of the regulatory colleges under the Regulated Health Professionals Act ex: College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario; Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.</li><li>Formal training or education and experience in crisis intervention and management.</li><li>Sound knowledge, awareness and understanding of anti-oppression and anti-racism (AOAR) practice.</li><li>Strong knowledge base in substance use and problem gambling and continuum of use.</li><li>Experience working with people with substance use and/or mental health issues, an asset.</li><li>Ability to work in a harm reduction context.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, and administrative skills.</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills; attention to detail a requirement.</li><li>Competent in relevant computer applications, particularly Microsoft Office and Outlook.</li><li>Ability to work both on a team and independently.</li><li>Proficient in use of data management systems; a knowledge of TREAT is preferred.</li><li>Ability to work from a trauma-informed approach.</li><li>Screened for Back on Track (Triton), a definite asset</li><li>Previous experience facilitating groups for Back on Track, a definite asset</li><li>Ability to facilitate groups to diverse clients with substance use issues</li><li>Ability to foster a strong therapeutic alliance with clients</li><li>Proven ability to do presentations to clients, the general public and other service providers</li><li>Excellent organizational and administrative skills and ability to work independently</li><li>Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written</li><li>The ability to provide services in French and any additional languages a definite asset</li></ul>Other requirements<ul><li>A valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle</li><li>A successful Police Vulnerable Sector Check, as per agency policy and procedures</li></ul>Please apply by sending your resume and cover letter detailing what interests you about this opportunity and experience you have that sets you apart from others.&nbsp;External Applicants:&nbsp;Apply OnlineDeadline to apply: Until FilledThe process we will undertake to recruit for this role includes:<ul><li>Initial screening of resumes and covering letters </li><li>Those who are successful in moving through the initial screening process, will be asked to participate in a brief telephone interview</li><li>Those who are successful in the telephone interview will be asked to attend a face-to-face interview to gain a better understanding of the role, as well as, provide you the opportunity to discuss how your experience fits well with this opportunity.&nbsp;</li></ul>We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse individuals who self-identify on the basis of any of the protected grounds under the Human Rights Code, and we encourage you to reflect upon the diversity you would bring to this role within your application. We are wholly committed to integration and to building a diverse, inclusive, accessible and respectful workplace where every employee has a voice and is given the opportunity to fully contribute, ensuring an equal employment environment without discrimination or harassment, while maintaining the independence of individuals and removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. We remain committed to full compliance with the Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation.ASCO is committed&nbsp;to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2 persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.&nbsp;Applicants who require special accommodation in order to complete their application/interview are encouraged to contact&nbsp;our HR representative of the accommodation measures required which will enable you to be interviewed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.&nbsp;WE WELCOME ALL APPLICATIONS, HOWEVER ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED

Addiction Services Central Ontario

Group Facilitator 1 and Info/Referral/Intake 1

Finance Manager&nbsp;Full-time | Hybrid | 35 hours per week&nbsp;&nbsp;Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (occasional evenings and weekends work required)&nbsp;We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Finance Manager to join the leadership team and help shape the financial strategy and sustainability of an organization making a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors.&nbsp;Reporting to Vice President, Finance and Corporate Services, you will provide leadership in financial management, quality reporting and advice and guidance on financial strategy. You will lead key operational management functions to ensure financial accountability, accuracy, and maintain financial information systems across the organization. This includes supervision of payroll, billing, general accounting, financial and statistical information systems, and reporting processes.Key Responsibilities of the position:&nbsp;Financial Leadership &amp; Reporting&nbsp;<ul><li>Lead financial management systems and ensure strong financial controls and accountability.</li><li>Oversee all internal and external financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and meaningful insights.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Accounting Standards, Ontario Health Reporting Standards, MSAA, Ontario Health requirements, and legislative changes.</li><li>Lead annual audit activities and oversee the preparation of all required schedules and documentation.</li><li>Maintain financial systems, including updates and configuration changes.</li><li>Provide financial guidance to support service delivery efficiency and new funding opportunities.</li><li>Oversee month-end closing process and analyze results to ensure accurate financial statements and proper cut-off.</li><li>Prepare quarterly and annual reports for Ontario Health and other funders as required.</li><li>Attend Finance &amp; Audit Committee meetings and other governance activities as required, presenting financial statements and operational results as required.</li></ul>Planning &amp; Budgeting&nbsp;<ul><li>Lead the annual budgeting and planning cycles within established timelines.</li><li>Develop top-level targets and work with leaders to convert operational plans into accurate financial forecasts.</li><li>Align plans and forecasts with funding and volume targets, highlight major risks, and manage mitigation strategies.</li></ul>Team Leadership &amp; Operational Support&nbsp;<ul><li>Provide leadership and support to the Finance Team including Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Accounting and Statistical Analysis.</li><li>Supervise day-to-day transaction processing, month-end close, and production of monthly financial/statistical reports.</li><li>Provide coaching, performance management, training, and onboarding for finance staff.</li><li>Plan vacation coverage and ensure uninterrupted service delivery.</li><li>Ensure adherence to the basic legislative requirements under Employment Standards Act (ESA), Occupational Health &amp; Safety Act (OHSA), Workplace Safety and Insurance Act (WSIA), and Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC).</li><li>Promote staff safety, well-being, and CHATS Relationship-Based Care principles.</li></ul> What you bring to the role:&nbsp;<ul><li>Accounting Designation or actively pursuing one, preferably a CPA combined with a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a financial manager or similar role.</li><li>Payroll administration training or equivalent experience.</li><li>Previous experience in a not-for-profit environment preferred, including experience in financially managing government and grant funded activities.</li><li>Expertise in applying information technology to the accounting function.</li><li>Proven financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and analytical skills.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills with a background in decision support and a demonstrated ability to provide guidance and support to non-finance managers. &nbsp;</li><li>Excellent computer skills with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook.</li><li>Experience with GoldCare, ADP Workforce Now preferred.</li><li>Strong understanding of financial information systems preferably Business Central and Vena and the application of technology to accounting functions.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.</li><li>Experience in health care is an asset.</li></ul>What we offer:&nbsp;<ul><li>Comprehensive health and dental benefits</li><li>Defined benefit pension plan</li><li>Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)</li><li>Life and disability coverage</li><li>Corporate discounts through Perkopolis.</li><li>Employee Training and development programs with access to comprehensive e-learning programs.</li><li>Staff appreciation events</li><li>Rewards and recognition programs</li><li>Positive culture with great emphasis on relationship-based care.</li><li>Hybrid work environment.</li><li>Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization.</li><li>Supportive team environment.</li></ul>

CHATS-Community & Home Assistance To Seniors

Finance Manager

JOB POSTING: ADDICTION SERVICES CENTRAL ONTARIO 
 

JOB POSTING 2025.04FT 
 

ADDICTIONS AND MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELLOR 2 – 
BLACK MENTAL HEALTH &amp; ADDICTIONS PROGRAM 

 
Full-time Permanent 


Addiction Services Central Ontario (ASCO) is a charitable, community-based addiction services organization 
with its main office located in Aurora, Ontario that provides programs and services in York Region, South Simcoe 
and some parts of Toronto. 
 
ASCO unites to support individuals to achieve their goals by offering hope and promoting well-being. Addiction 
Services Central Ontario takes pride in its passion for client service. Each day presents new opportunities to 
demonstrate leadership and expertise in addictions to the community. ASCO embraces a holistic, biological, 
psychological, social and spiritual approach to addiction. A holistic approach places the person at the centre. The 
agency uses a harm reduction approach in addiction treatment and equally respects individuals who choose 
abstinence or harm reduction. ASCO’s three strategic priorities are: Develop Our People, Drive System Leadership 
in Integrated Care and Advance Clinical and Operational Excellence. 
 
ASCO is seeking a highly motivated and energetic individual to work as an Addictions and Mental Health 
Counsellor 2 for a new program focused on Black Mental Health and Addiction support for families, children and 
youth. 
 
The Addictions and Mental Health Counsellor 2, provides direct service to an assigned caseload of clients 
presenting with addictions and/or mental health concerns and their families in accordance with the agency's 
guidelines and reporting to the Assigned Supervisors. This position will focus on initiatives to support culturally 
sensitive care for Black families, youth, and children. This opportunity is aimed at reducing health inequities in line 
with Ontario Health’s “A Black Health Plan for Ontario.” 
 
The Addictions and Mental Health Counsellor 2 position will offer services in York Region and North Durham, as 
determined by the agency, and will work closely with the agency’s partners, as requested, to assist the agency in 
achieving the goals set out by the agency, and its funders. This position provides services in various capacities to 
ensure we meet the needs of clients where they are located. 
 
ASCO is required to follow all public health and provincial directives as well as of those of our Ontario Health Team 
partners as related to the pandemic and other health issues that may come forward, including but not limited to 
vaccination requirements. 
 
This is a Permanent Full-time position for 35 hours per week, with a minimum of two evenings per week. 
Weekend work is also expected (i.e. some Saturdays). A minimum of 2 shifts per week in person is required. This 
position will initially be based in the Aurora office location. Please note that the position may relocate in future to 
another location within York Region. The hourly rate is $34.44. 
 


 
Why work at ASCO? 
 

 • 3 weeks’ Vacation earned in the first year (accrued monthly); 4 weeks Vacation (accrued monthly) earned 
second year 

 • HOOPP Pension Plan for all permanent Full-time and Part-time staff 

 • 3 Flex Days to be taken throughout the year 

 • 15 days’ Paid Personal time 

 • Education Allowance provided up to $300 per fiscal year 

 • 5 Education Days per fiscal year provided for personal and professional development 

 • Comprehensive Benefits package 

 • Employee Assistance Plan 

 • Various employer-paid training programs 

 • Mileage reimbursement when required 

 • Free on-site parking 

 • Perkopolis Membership available 

 
Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 
 
Assessment 
 

a. Comprehensive: Assess the level, pattern, and dynamics of the alcohol and/or drug use by an individual, as 
well as the client’s overall functioning, including physical and mental health, and their social location including 
social status and support network dynamics. 

 
 
b. Specialized Topical Assessment: Evaluate specific aspects of the client's functioning by using tools and 

processes designed for specialized assessment purposes. 
 

 c. Ongoing Assessment: Re-assess the client's substance use and mental health, functioning, and situation 
regularly &amp; in consultation with the larger interdisciplinary team. 

 
2. Formulation 
 

Develop a treatment plan and select appropriate treatment strategies on the basis of information gathered through 
the assessment processes. 

 
3. Feedback 
 

Provide either written or verbal information regarding the assessment findings and the case formulation to the 
client and to referral sources that request this information, including physicians, Nurse Practitioner and RPN 
working to support the medical aspect of the client’s care. 


 
4. Referral to Other Services 
 

a. Redirect individuals whose assessed needs cannot be met on a short-term, outpatient basis to appropriate 
specialized (e.g. medical, psychiatric, inpatient or day addictions treatment, family therapy) programs. 

b. Provide formal, structured follow-up and intervene as necessary and appropriate. 
 
5. Consultation 
 

Provide consultation and problem-solving assistance to professional colleagues and members of the community 
who are concerned about substance use and mental health of an individual who is not likely to become a client of 
the agency. 

 
6. Goal Setting 
 

a. Assist the client to identify problems and goals. 
b. Develop and implement, with the client, a formal, systematic, and ongoing goal setting process that includes; 

identification of perceived problems, negotiation of specific functional targets and attendant courses of action 
as well as ongoing re-evaluation of the goals and plans. 

 
7. Skills Teaching 
 

a. Provide skills teaching to clients and/or staff in selected areas of functioning attendant to rehabilitation for 
substance use through general instruction. 

b. Formal skills teaching to clients and/or staff using counselling approaches, skills coaching and related activities. 
 
8. Supportive Counselling 
 

a. Support and guide the client in reaching their goals and in addressing identified issues. 
b. Ensure counselling is conducted with an Anti-Oppression and Anti-Racism (AOAR) framework and through 

an AOAR lens. 
c. Draw upon own lived experience of racism to support and guide client. 

 
9. General Structured Counselling 
 

Provide systematic, short-term, and structured counselling to individuals, groups, families, children and youth in 
relation to specific issues. 

 
10. Clinical Therapy 

 
Provide addiction counselling services that are aligned with best practice models of intervention based upon the 
clients’ presenting concerns, identified needs, and established goals related to substance use and mental health. 
 


 
11. Crisis Intervention 
 

a. Medical/Psychiatric Crisis: Identify that client requires medical/psychiatric intervention and assist the client 
to obtain appropriate help. 

 
b. Psycho-Social Crisis: Provide appropriate clinical intervention and counselling to agency clients. 
 
c. Instrumental Crisis: Provide supportive intervention and problem-solving assistance related to practical issues. 

 
12. Supportive Consultation to Client’s Family/Friends 

 
Provide supportive consultation services to clients’ significant others on how best they can support themselves 
and a loved one with addiction and/or mental health concerns. 

 
13. Case Co-ordination 

 
Ensure continuity of service to clients through a continuous process of service matching, co-ordination, outreach 
to resources frequently used by the client population, referral, and follow-up. 
 

14. Client Advocacy 
 

a. Act on behalf of and/or with the client by representing the client's needs as required in order to both 
accomplish the client's goals and teach self-advocacy skills. 

b. Advocate for the mental health and addiction needs of Black children and youth, promoting access to 
equitable care and addressing systemic barriers. 

 
15. Group Facilitation 

 
a. Coordinate and facilitate psycho educational and therapeutic counselling groups to diverse clients with 

substance use and mental health concerns that are consistent with program services and goals. 
b. Participate in Group Services delivery upon completion of orientation, shadowing and training. 

 
16. Network Development 

 
a. Social Support: Work with the client and/or significant others to develop or restore the client's natural support 

system - family, friends, co-workers, support networks, circle of care, etc. 
 
b. Resource Linking: Establish relationships with other community groups and organizations including but not 

limited to York Region Black-Run Associations, York Region District School Board, York Catholic District 
School Board relevant services that will support the client's functioning. Participate in inter-professional 
collaboration with the local hospitals in providing services. 


17. Satellite Office Services 
 

Provide accessible casework services that are tailored to the local community's needs within ASCO’s satellite 
offices. 

 
18. Clinical Administrative Functions 

 
a. Maintain client records including case notes, assessments, treatment plans, service activity logs and discharge 

summaries. 
b. Contribute to management information systems and program statistical reports. 
c. Provide data on an ad hoc basis for special purposes. 
d. Develop special reports including Ad-Hoc reports as requested. 
e. Participate in regular administrative team meetings and in improving service delivery process. 

 
19. Public Education 
 

a. Educate community agencies and professional groups to address the unique mental health and addictions 
needs of the Black community as assigned by the Supervisor. 

b. Assist in developing educational materials to raise awareness about available mental health and addictions 
services for the Black community. 

 
20. Supervision 
 

Participate in both regular individual supervision/and group clinical supervision and regular observation of 
casework with your assigned Operational Supervisor and Clinical Supervisor. 

 
21. Professional Development 
 

a. Participate in in-house peer consultation/supervision and staff training programs. 
b. Continuously upgrade skills by attending related courses and reading relevant literature. 

 
22. Additional duties 

 
a. Provide direct service to clients as assigned by the Operational and/or Clinical Supervisor 
b. Drive/Operate and provide services on the Mobile Rapid Access Addictions Medicine (M-RAAM) unit, 

when assigned 
c. Perform agency duties as assigned (e.g. Education groups, Treatment groups, Aftercare groups, Friends 

and Family groups, presentations, etc.) 
d. Support other teams, programs and services within ASCO as required 

 
Other duties as assigned. 
 
Qualifications 
 

 • Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or a health-related discipline OR minimum 5+ years’ direct clinical 


experience in addictions and mental health 

 • Member or member in progress with one of the regulatory colleges under the Regulated Health 
Professionals Act ex: College Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario; Ontario College of Social Workers 
and Social Service Workers 

 • Lived experience of Black racism including a solid understanding of the impact of Black racism and other 
oppressions on health and mental health 

 • Minimum 2 years of addictions and mental health counselling experience 

 • Demonstrated experience working effectively with racialized communities/individuals who face barriers 
accessing services and experience in approaching work from an equity lens 

 • Strong understanding of systemic barriers, stigma, and cultural factors affecting the Black community 

 • Knowledge and experience working with a range of clients presenting with substance use and mental health 

 • Knowledge of historical and contemporary issues impacting Black mental health, including anti-Black 

racism, intergenerational trauma, and social determinants of health 

 • Demonstrated experience working with Black families, children and youth 

 • Extensive training and experience working with trauma 

 • Solid experience and awareness of the needs of working in marginalized communities and with marginalized 
populations 

 • Strong knowledge of crisis intervention, harm reduction and recovery principles 

 • Strong knowledge of concurrent disorders a definite asset 

 • Ability to work effectively with a diverse and interdisciplinary team 

 • Ability to evaluate programs/services considering client needs and service delivery within a complex 
environment. 

 • Ability to do addiction assessments independently and provide comprehensive treatment planning and 
treatment to clients with addiction issues. 

 • Ability to facilitate psycho-educational and process groups to diverse clients with substance use issues 

 • Ability to foster a strong therapeutic alliance with clients from marginalized communities 

 • Ability to assess and provide treatment through a strengths-based framework 

 • Sound knowledge, awareness and understanding of anti-oppression and anti-racism (AOAR) practices 

 • Knowledge and experience in harm reduction strategies 

 • Ability to facilitate psycho educational and therapeutic groups to diverse clients with substance use and 
mental health concerns 

 • Excellent organizational and administrative skills 

 • The ability to work independently 

 • A working knowledge of data management systems (TREAT preferred) 

 • Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written 

 • The ability to provide services in French and any additional languages a definite asset 

 • A valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle 

 • A successful Police Vulnerable Sector Check, as per agency policy and procedures 
 
 


Please apply by sending your resume and cover letter detailing what interests you about this opportunity and 
experience you have that sets you apart from others. 
 
External Applicants: APPLY ONLINE 
 
Closing date: Until Filled 
 
The process we will undertake to recruit for this role includes: 

 • Initial screening of resumes and covering letters 

 • Those who are successful in moving through the initial screening process, will be asked to participate in a 
brief telephone interview 

 • Those who are successful in the telephone interview will be asked to attend a face-to-face interview to 
gain a better understanding of the role, as well as, provide you the opportunity to discuss how your experience 
fits well with this opportunity. 
 
 

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse individuals who self-identify on the basis of any of the 
protected grounds under the Human Rights Code, and we encourage you to reflect upon the diversity you would bring to this role within 
your application. We are wholly committed to integration and to building a diverse, inclusive, accessible and respectful workplace where 
every employee has a voice and is given the opportunity to fully contribute, ensuring an equal employment environment without 
discrimination or harassment, while maintaining the independence of individuals and removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. 
We remain committed to full compliance with the Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the 
Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation. 
 
ASCO is committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, 
women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2 persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of 
ideas. Applicants who require special accommodation in order to complete their application/interview are encouraged to contact our HR 
representative of the accommodation measures required which will enable you to be interviewed in a fair and equitable manner. 
Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. 
 

WE WELCOME ALL APPLICATIONS, HOWEVER, ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN 
INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED 

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Addictions and Mental Health Counsellor 2

Job PostingWomen’s Support Network of York Region (WSN) is the rape crisis/sexual assault centre in York Region.&nbsp;We are a feminist, non-profit organization that provides support to survivors of sexual violence and sexual exploitation for the purpose of human trafficking. WSN is situated, in Newmarket, on the traditional territories of the Wendat, the Haudenosaunee, and the Anishinaabe peoples whose presence here continues to this day. We honour and acknowledge this land and its people.Job Title: Program Manager&nbsp;Terms:&nbsp;Full-time, 37.5 hours weekly, occasional evening and weekend availability required&nbsp;Salary:&nbsp;$66,135.00 to $72,000.00 per annum + benefits&nbsp;The Program Manager reports to the Executive Director and works in co-operation with the staff of the WSN.Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide supervision and support for staff, including volunteers and practicum students with case management and clinical support in the provision of service, developing priorities, meeting service objectives, ensuring compliance with internal controls, identifying areas for training and development and formal performance evaluation</li><li>Recruit, select and make hiring recommendations for all program staff positions in conjunction with the Executive Director</li><li>Coordinate the delivery of programs and services; recommend changes necessary to continuing program effectiveness and efficiency</li><li>Provide counselling and support to survivors of sexual violence and human trafficking for the purpose of sexual exploitation (individual, group, online chat, virtual drop-in and 24-hour crisis line)</li><li>Evaluate and resolve problems/concerns regarding the programs in consultation with the Executive Director</li><li>Ensure all legislative, regulatory and professional standards are adhered to</li><li>Ensure that the Executive Director receives all necessary background information and reports in preparation for monthly Board meetings</li></ul>Preparation of program reports for funders and present monthly program reports to the Board of Directors<ul><li>Liaise with other community partners and services and represent the WSN on appropriate community committees</li><li>Perform the role of staff back-up for volunteers responding to calls on WSN’s 24-hour crisis line on a one-week rotational basis and act as final back-up to the crisis line when needed</li><li>Participate in the delivery of WSN’s bingo fundraiser in Newmarket (Sunday 2:45pm-5pm) on a rotational basis</li><li>Provide all services from an integrated anti-racist, feminist anti-oppression framework</li><li>Adhere to all policies, procedures, guidelines, routines and requirements as per WSN policy.</li></ul>Key Qualifications:<ul><li>A strong understanding of sexual violence, including sex trafficking, childhood sexual abuse and incest from an integrative, feminist, trauma-informed, anti-racist, anti-oppression perspective</li><li>Minimum of 3 years program management and staff supervision/support experience in a not-for-profit social service organization</li><li>Minimum of 5 years counselling experience as well as strong crisis management, group facilitation skills and experience</li><li>Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g. Child and Family Services Act), regional and provincial services for safety planning and referral purposes.</li><li>Demonstrated experience working with diverse staff and clients from marginalized communities</li><li>Excellent communication, organization, time management, conflict management and interpersonal skills</li><li>An ability to work independently and as part of a team in a diverse environment</li><li>A commitment to ongoing personal and professional development&nbsp;</li><li>Proficiency in working with client and volunteer management software such as Salesforce</li><li>Excellent computer skills, including ability to use MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and proficiency in Google Suite (including Gmail, Google docs) and Zoom Business Edition (meetings and presentations)</li><li>Knowledge of the York Region community</li><li>French/English bilingualism is a strong asset; A second language other than English and French is an asset</li><li>Available to work from a hybrid work model: onsite at WSN’s office in Newmarket and from home in a private space</li><li>A reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license and insurance is required for this position to accommodate travel across York Region is required</li><li>Related post-secondary education or equivalent.</li></ul>This position will remain open until it is filled.Please submit a cover letter and resume to:&nbsp;Jacqueline Benn-John at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jbennjohn@womenssupportnetwork.ca" target="_blank">jbennjohn@womenssupportnetwork.ca</a>&nbsp;Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. WSN is committed to a staff&nbsp;Team that reflects the diversity within the community. We encourage Indigenous, Black, women of colour, immigrant women, differently abled, francophone, lesbian, bisexual, and trans women to apply.

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