Addictions Counsellor Diploma at HealthCareersInSask.ca

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

36.176

Posted On

18 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Screening, Assessment, Referral, Individual Counselling, Brief Support, Education Presentations, Team Collaboration, Community Collaboration, Computer Skills, Leadership Skills, Communication, Writing, Presentation Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Motivational Interviewing, Self-Directed

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Position #: 9003095 Expected Start Date: April 13, 2026 Union: HSAS Facility: Community Services 20th Street City/Town: Saskatoon Department: Opioid Addiction Treatment Clinic Type: Full-time regular FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days, Evenings Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks Relief: No Float: No Field Hours: No Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Diploma $29.584 to $36.176 Travel Required: Yes Job Description: Reporting to the Manager, the Addictions Counsellor Diploma is accountable for providing Adult Addictions Counselling which may include any of the following: screening, assessment and referral, individual counselling and brief support, education presentations, multidisciplinary team and community collaboration. The Addictions Counsellor Diploma will provide services consistent with the current Provincial Clinical Addiction Service Model and Saskatchewan Health Authority values and standards of care. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement" Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Chemical Dependency diploma Licenses * Valid Class 5 driver's license Other Education and Training * Completed social sciences or human services discipline acceptable to employer Competencies * Intermediate - Computer skills * Intermediate - Leadership skills * Advanced - Communication, writing, presentation and interpersonal skills. Knowledge and Abilities * Knowledge of relapse prevention * knowledge of case management principles * Ability to integrate knowledge/ implement strategies to support healthy living * Knowledge in Transtheoretical model of change * Knowledge of medication to support substance use disorders * Knowledge of mental health issues * Client-centered screening, assessment and recovery planning with adults/families * Knowledge of MHAS and SHA philosophy and objectives * Knowledge of substance abuse/ disorder issues * Knowledge of family systems * Knowledge of recovery planning, collaboration, and counselling * Ability to deliver services in a culturally sensitive manner * Knowledge of MHAIS * Knowledge of motivational interviewing * Ability to be self-directed, creative, collaborative and to have sound judgement * Knowledge in principles for Alcohol and Drug Misuse Services for Saskatchewan Other Information * For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/ The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

Responsibilities

The Addictions Counsellor Diploma is responsible for providing Adult Addictions Counselling, which includes screening, assessment, referral, individual counselling, and educational presentations. Services must align with the current Provincial Clinical Addiction Service Model and Saskatchewan Health Authority values and standards of care.