Addiction Counsellor at HealthCareersInSask.ca

Estevan, Saskatchewan, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Counseling Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Time Management Skills, Written Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Knowledge in Developmental Model of Recovery, Knowledge in Co-current Disorders, Knowledge in Addictions Screening, Ability to Develop Treatment Plans, Ability to Conduct Assessments, Knowledge of Community Resources, Proficient in Case Management Skills, Ability to Multitask, Knowledge in Mental Health and Addictions, Ability to Build Relationships, Knowledge of Chemical Dependency

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Position #: 185918 Expected Start Date: December 22, 2025 Union: OOS Facility: St Josephs Hospital City/Town: Estevan Department: Community Addiction Services Type: Full-time regular FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days, Nights, Evenings, Weekends Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks Relief: No Float: No Field Hours: No Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment Travel Required: Yes Job Description: The incumbent will provide clinical addiction services to a primarily adult population however as necessary and appropriate, they may provide services to youth as well. The primary goal of this position is to restore, maintain and enhance the recovery of people seeking help with substance use problems by implementing various modalities of addiction recovery therapies. These services will be delivered through a combination of direct services, consultation, community resource development and education. Responsibilities include providing informational programming, individual and group counselling with relevant family and community members, assessing individual and group needs of clients and implementing treatment plans to assist clients in reaching their recovery goals. The incumbent assists with the development, implementation, delivery and evaluation of Addiction Services. Other related services include community education & development and the promotion of healthy lifestyles. Human Resources Exemption: No Education Degree in Addiction Counseling or another Degree acceptable to the Employer Licenses Valid Class 5 driver's license Memberships Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation (CACCF) Competencies Basic - Counseling skills Intermediate - Verbal communication skills Basic - Time management skills Intermediate - Written Communication Skills Basic - Interpersonal skills Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge in Developmental Model of Recovery Knowledge in co-current disorders and issues related to gambling addictions Knowledge in applicable tools and techniques of research Ability to develop, evaluate and modify programming provided to clients Knowledge in addictions screening, assessment tools and procedures Ability to collect, record, report comprehensive client information accurately Knowledge of program planning process Ability to recognize and maintain confidential information Ability to engage in resource development within the community. Interacts with clients, families and staff in a tactful, meaningful way Ability to conduct assessments/prioritize client needs/develop treatment plans Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders Knowledge of community resources including treatment programs & support agencies Ability to prioritize work Proficient in case management skills and client follow-up Ability to multitask Ability to engage in community program consultation. Ability to provide counseling and therapy to individuals, couples and groups Knowledge in assessment, treatment, and consultation Knowledge of local human service organizations, resources & referral procedures Knowledge of chemical dependency/co-dependency and effect on the family unit. Ability to take initiative Ability to conduct a suicide risk assessment with other health care providers Ability to assess and treat clients as a part of the interdisciplinary MHAS team Ability to interview clients where sensitive/emotional information may be shared Ability to build and maintain effective relationships/partnerships Knowledge in counselling practices for concurrent mental health/substance abuse Knowledge in mental health and addictions and concurrent medical conditions Other Information Access to a reliable vehicle For more information on the city of Estevan please visit http://estevan.ca/

Responsibilities

The incumbent will provide clinical addiction services to adults and, when necessary, to youth, focusing on restoring and enhancing recovery from substance use problems. Responsibilities include individual and group counseling, assessing client needs, and implementing treatment plans.