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Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of others? Become an Addictions Counsellor with the Ministry of the Solicitor General in Sault Ste Marie.
As an Addictions Counsellor, you will play a pivotal role in transforming the lives of inmates at our institution. You’ll work with a diverse client population, collaborating with dedicated professionals within a structured correctional environment. Your expertise will directly contribute to the rehabilitation and support of inmates, creating lasting positive change every day.

COUNSELLING AND ADDICTION KNOWLEDGE:

You have:

• Expertise in addiction counselling theories, practices, techniques, and community referral networks.
• Ability to learn correctional rehabilitative and discharge planning methods.
• Skill in integrating discharge planning with addiction counselling.
• Capability to recommend program changes or terminations based on offender commitment.

POLICY AND LEGISLATION KNOWLEDGE:

You have:

• Skill in learning institutional policies and addiction program procedures.
• Ability to ensure programs align with security and correctional goals.
• Knowledge of community resources for support and discharge planning.

INTERPERSONAL AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

You can:

• Convey facts and security requirements to offenders and the public, promoting understanding of the institution’s role.
• Prepare brochures, correspondence, and reports.
• Create materials and speaking notes for community groups, students, and volunteers.
• Handle requests and complaints, clarify information, and encourage compliance and cooperation.

ANALYTICAL AND TECHNICAL SKILLS:

You can

• Evaluate and recommend changes to programs, and counsel volunteers.
• Determine program needs based on input from staff and offenders.
• Address participation issues, considering security and offender needs.
• Use computer systems to manage inmate data and prepare reports and materials.

DON’T MEET EVERY QUALIFICATION?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

HOW TO APPLY:

• You must apply online.
• Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
• Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
• Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
• OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
• If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS AND ASSESSMENT:

All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the “position(s) language” section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you’ll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

• Develop addiction counselling programs with the Manager, Social Work, and Rehabilitative Services.
• Provide rehabilitative addiction counselling to individuals and groups.
• Participate in case conferences, treatment planning, discharge planning, and family coordination.
• Engage as a member of the Methadone Treatment Program.
• Liaise with community agencies, self-help organizations, and various stakeholders