Addictions Counsellor Diploma
About The Position
As a member of the Interdisciplinary Team, and under the general direction of the Addictions Counsellor - Degree (Alcohol & Addictions services worker), the primary goal will be to restore, maintain and enhance the recovery of people seeking help for addiction and/or addiction related issues by implementing various modalities of addiction recovery programs. Responsibilities include providing informational programming as well as individual and group counselling sessions with clients. 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.
Requirements
- Chemical Dependency diploma
- Inpatient services and/or harm reduction setting is required
- Demonstrates knowledge in addiction(s) and their effects on family units
- Ability to accurately assess addiction(s) and make appropriate recovery plans.
- Ability to screen for addictions and/or addiction related symptoms
- Knowledge in group dynamics
- Knowledge of screening and addiction assessment tools and procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge of a Holistic Addiction Treatment Model
- Knowledge in best practices in addictions and harm reduction strategies
- Knowledge of community resources in the addictions field.
- Ability to deliver workshops and lecture material to clients and community
- Work collaboratively w/ a multidisciplinary team & other agencies in the commnty
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to organize work load demands
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
Responsibilities
- Restore, maintain and enhance the recovery of people seeking help for addiction and/or addiction related issues by implementing various modalities of addiction recovery programs.
- Provide informational programming.
- Provide individual and group counselling sessions with clients.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
