Addiction Counsellor
Ministry of the Solicitor General
2351 highway 61Thunder Bay, OntarioP7J0J8
Are you looking for an opportunity to apply and expand your expertise in addictions and substance abuse while making a difference in the lives of others?
Consider the role of Addiction Counsellor with the Ministry of the Solicitor General at the Thunder Bay Correctional Centre or Thunder Bay Jail, where you will have a unique chance to work with diverse clients as well as a multi-disciplinary team to deliver meaningful services within a correctional environment.
About the job• Assist in the development of addiction counselling programs
• Contribute as part of an inter-professional committee focusing on addictions and re-integration of offenders
• Provide rehabilitative addiction counselling services by working with individual or groups of offenders
• Participate in case conferences, treatment planning meetings, discharge planning conferences, and contacting family members, to assist in the coordination of treatment of offenders within the institution
• Liaise with community agencies and self-help organizations, citizen''s groups, business, industries, colleges and universities
• Facilitate the completion of recognized addiction assessments
• Other duties, as required
Full Time
Social and community service workers
1
$1,213.06-$1,484.47
36.25
n/a
7/6/2026
n/a
What you bring to the team
Specialized Knowledge and Experience• You have knowledge of current addiction counselling theories, practices and counselling techniques, substance abuse indicators, group/individual counselling strategies and referral network in the community
• You have understanding of risk and needs assessment tools, criminogenic factors, rehabilitation theories, and related counselling practices
• You have knowledge of community agencies and resources to identify and arrange the appropriate support and discharge resources
• You understand the various sectors involved in the rehabilitation and reintegration of inmates after release (i.e. mental health agencies, shelters, employment services, etc.)
• You are able to apply relevant legislation as well as demonstrated ability to acquire knowledge of and follow organizational policies and procedures
Communication and Interpersonal Skills• You are able to connect and build rapport with a diverse client population with varied cultural, ethnic, and educational backgrounds as well as complex needs
• You have experience providing one-on-one and group counselling
• You are able to effectively communicate with correctional staff, other professionals, and external agency stakeholders
• You have written communication skills to prepare correspondence and accurate reports
• You have tact and diplomacy to handle requests and respond to inquiries
• Proficiency with computer software and databases
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills• You can determine offender/program needs based on input from institutional staff and offenders
• You have reasoning skills to assess an individual''s treatment readiness and motivation
• You can resolve issues or matters pertaining to offender participation
• You have organizational skills to prioritize and manage workload
What we offerThe Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario''s largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province.
We offer:
• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• a comprehensive compensation and benefits package
• base salary that aligns to market trends with performance-based pay and scheduled salary progression
• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
• a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment
Applications are ONLY accepted online via this link:
https://www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/Preview.aspx?Language=English&JobID=246153
