BERMUDA. PSYCHOLOGIST/ADDICTION COUNSELLOR JOB
IMS Recruitment’s client operates modern hospitals and community healthcare in Bermuda offering high standards of care from its international workforce. Bermuda is renowned for a high standard of living, outdoor activities, historical towns, beautiful beaches, wonderful climate.
IMS is seeking an experienced PSYCHOLOGIST/ADDICTION COUNSELLOR to provide individual and group counselling based on the Twelve Core Functions of Addiction Counselors.
Key responsibilities include:
* Conducts initial intake and assessment on clients and collaborate with clients on treatment planning
* Provide treatment to persons who have substance use disorders and mental health issues.
* Advocates on behalf of clients with partner agencies and refers clients to other services as required
* Plans and monitors aftercare progress with clients, involving significant others and family members, emphasizing the importance of a recovery program, the self-help community, sponsorship and other community support agencies and resources.
* Liaises with internal and external departments as needed.
* Provides education and training in the area of substance use disorders.
* Manages challenging situations and behaviors.
* Prepares progress reports for various agencies including treatment agencies, the courts and other referral sources.
* Observes collection of urine samples
* Facilitates multiple groups and provides individual counselling based on treatment plan
The offer
On offer are excellent working conditions and financial terms.
* Attractive salary (no income tax)
* Assistance with accommodation for the first 3 months, relocation allowance, subsidised health insurance
* 3 year contracts
Requirements
* Master’s Degree in Counseling, Human Services, Psychology or a similar field
* Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in inpatient/outpatient services for the addicted population.
* Experience working with clients receiving medication assisted treatment.
* Must be eligible for registtration with the Allied Health Council and Bermuda Addiction Certification Board as an Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ICADC)
* Demonstrated knowledge of various counselling therapies (e.g. Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Trauma Informed Care etc.)
If of interest, please send a CV to: camelia@imsrecruitment.com and we will be happy to provide more information and assist.
Your contact:
Camelia Nitu
IMS Recruitment
camelia@imsrecruitment.com
www.imsrecruitment.com