Substance Abuse Counsellor in Correctional Facility (Vancouver)

TSA The Salvation Army TSA • vancouver, metro vancouver regional district • Posted June 27, 2026

About the Role

Join the Harbour Light Community Residential Facility as a Substance Abuse Counsellor, offering crucial support through counseling and case management in Vancouver. Engage with clients in a dynamic workplace focused on rehabilitation and community reintegration.

This position requires you to deliver individual and group counseling while assessing clients' needs and safety. You will manage casework, including crisis interventions and documentation, within a 24/7 operational context. Your commitment will also involve proactive engagement with community agencies to facilitate client success and recovery principles.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assess and develop individualized counseling plans
  • Facilitate group sessions and record client progress
  • Coordinate casework, including goal setting and discharge planning
  • Manage documentation and support staff training
  • Conduct urinalysis testing as necessary

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