Addictions Counsellor Degree

HealthCareersInSask.ca • Nipawin, SK

1d • 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 assistance with evaluation of Addiction Services. The position also performs clinical management, community education, and community development. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The SHA is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. The organization is committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce and upholding the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action by working in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Chemical Dependency
• Valid Class 5 driver's license
• Organizational skills
• Knowledge of chemical dependency/co-dependency and effect on the family unit.
• Knowledge in Motivational Assessment Process
• Ability to accurately assess addictions and make appropriate referrals
• Ability to treat effects of substance use on an adolescent and family unit
• Promote healthy lifestyles in urban & rural settings with diverse populations
• Strong knowledge of policies and procedures established by Addiction Services
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills
• Ability to accurately assess addictions and make appropriate recovery plans
• Knowledge of addictions and integrated human service delivery services
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to provide individual, group and crisis management counselling skills
• Knowledge in Developmental Model of Recovery
• Ability to prioritize work
• 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