Addictions Counsellor Degree

HealthCareersInSask.ca • Nipawin, SK

4d • CA$35 - CA$42 • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the interdisciplinary team and under the general direction of the Out-of-Scope Manager or Addiction Counsellor Degree Senior, this role is responsible for the day-to-day client services delivery, including development, implementation, delivery, and evaluation of Addiction Services. The position involves performing clinical management, community education, and community development. Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Chemical Dependency
• Valid Class 5 driver's license
• Organizational skills
• Knowledge in Motivational Assessment Process
• Ability to accurately assess addictions and make appropriate recovery plans
• Ability to provide individual, group and crisis management counselling skills
• Knowledge of chemical dependency/co-dependency and effect on the family unit.
• Knowledge in Developmental Model of Recovery
• Strong knowledge of policies and procedures established by Addiction Services
• Knowledge of addictions and integrated human service delivery services
• Ability to treat effects of substance use on an adolescent and family unit
• Promote healthy lifestyles in urban & rural settings with diverse populations
• Ability to accurately assess addictions and make appropriate referrals
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize work
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills
• Must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position.
• Must bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day client services delivery (development, implementation, deliver and assists with evaluation) of Addiction Services.
• Performs clinical management.
• Performs community education.
• Performs community development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level