Addictions Counsellor Diploma

Position #: 202174

Expected Start Date: December 9, 2024

Union: HSAS

Facility: Sturdy Stone Building - Multi-Site EDAC

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Community Addiction Services

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: July 07, 2025

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends

Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: Yes

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Diploma $29.584 to $36.176

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: The main focus of this position is to provide specialized counselling, education, and support services to individuals, families and the community. The Addiction Counsellor helps clients understand and address substance abuse and related problems, including mental health issues, problem gambling, family dynamics, and lifestyle changes. The counsellor is expected to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals within the organization, and to establish and maintain partnerships with related community organizations. This is a non-supervisory position reporting to the assigned clinical supervisor and program.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Client-centered screening, assessment and recovery planning experience with adults and families

Education

• Chemical Dependency diploma

Competencies

• Advanced - Written Communication Skills
• Intermediate - Computer skills
• Advanced - Verbal communication skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team

Other Information

• Travel required
• Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/