Addictions Counsellor Diploma Senior at HealthCareersInSask.ca

Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jul, 26

Salary

39.072

Posted On

17 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Addictions counseling, Individual counseling, Group counseling, Addictions screening, Assessment tools, Transtheoretical model of change, Development model of recovery, Holistic addictions treatment, Communication skills, Presentation skills, Cross-cultural communication, Multi-disciplinary team collaboration, Community resource knowledge, Crisis intervention

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Position #: 157893 Expected Start Date: May 25, 2026 Union: HSAS Facility: Community Services-101 15th Street East PA City/Town: Prince Albert Department: Addiction Services Community Clinics&Programs Type: Full-time regular FTE: 1 Number of Hours per Rotation: 224 hours per 6 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Field Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Diploma Senior $31.953 to $39.072 Travel Required: Yes Job Description: As a member of the Integrated Outreach Team and Under the general direction of the Manager of Addiction and Integrated Outreach Services and the Clinical Supervisor of Integrated Outreach, the primary goal will be to restore, maintain and enhance the recovery of people seeking general services for addiction and mental health by implementing services consistent with the current Provincial Clinical Models for Mental Health and Addition Services and the philosophy, objectives and standards set by the Integrated Outreach Team. Responsibilities will include providing informational programming through individual and group counseling sessions to clients in the community and office setting. This position will be expected to assess individual and group needs and implement plans to help clients reach their goals. As a member of the Integrated Outreach Team and Under the general direction of the Manager of Addiction and Integrated Outreach Services and the Clinical Supervisor of Integrated Outreach, the primary goal will be to restore, maintain and enhance the recovery of people seeking general services for addiction and mental health by implementing services consistent with the current Provincial Clinical Models for Mental Health and Addition Services and the philosophy, objectives and standards set by the Integrated Outreach Team. Responsibilities will include providing informational programming through individual and group counseling sessions to clients in the community and office setting. This position will be expected to assess individual and group needs and implement plans to help clients reach their goals. This position is designated field hours as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement "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 Experience * A minimum of two years of supervised addictions experience. Education * Addictions Counselling diploma * Chemical Dependency diploma Licenses * Valid Class 5 driver's license Competencies * Basic - Communication skills * Basic - Presentation skills Knowledge and Abilities * Knowledge in addictions screening, assessment tools and procedures * Knowledge in Transtheoretical model of change * Ability to work and communicate in a cross cultural setting * Knowledge in development model of recovery (SMRS) * Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team * Knowledge in the SHA, community resources and applicable programming * Knowledge in holistic addictions treatment model * Ability to work independently * Knowledge in diverse cultures, values and traditions Other Information * For more information on the city of Prince Albert please visit https://www.citypa.ca * Travel required 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 successful candidate will provide individual and group counseling sessions to clients in community and office settings. They will assess client needs and implement recovery plans consistent with provincial clinical models for mental health and addiction services.