Addictions Counsellor Diploma at HealthCareersInSask.ca

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jul, 26

Salary

36.176

Posted On

25 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Addictions counselling, Screening, Assessment, Referral, Individual counselling, Brief support, Education presentations, Multidisciplinary team collaboration, Relapse prevention, Family systems, Recovery planning, Motivational interviewing, Case management, Transtheoretical model of change, Communication skills, Leadership skills

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Position #: 9003093 Expected Start Date: June 01, 2026 Union: HSAS Facility: Community Services 20th Street City/Town: Saskatoon Department: Opioid Addiction Treatment Clinic Type: Full-time temporary Expected Up to Date: May 30, 2027 FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days, Evenings Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Standard Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Diploma $29.584 to $36.176 Travel Required: No 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 * Advanced - Communication, writing, presentation and interpersonal skills. * Intermediate - Computer skills * Intermediate - Leadership skills Knowledge and Abilities * Knowledge of relapse prevention * Knowledge of family systems * Ability to deliver services in a culturally sensitive manner * Knowledge of recovery planning, collaboration, and counselling * Knowledge of substance abuse/ disorder issues * Knowledge of MHAIS * Knowledge in Transtheoretical model of change * Knowledge of medication to support substance use disorders * Knowledge of MHAS and SHA philopsohy and objectives * knowledge of case management principles * Ability to integrate knowledge/ implement strategies to support healthly living * Knowledge of motivational interviewing * Client-centered screening, assessment and recovery planning with adults/families * Ability to be self-directed, creative, collaborative and to have sound judgement * Knowledge of mental health issues * 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 provides adult addictions counselling, including screening, assessment, referral, and individual support. They also facilitate education presentations and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and the community.