Addictions Counsellor Degree
About The Position
As a member of the Adult services team and under the general direction of the Manager, the primary goal will be to assess, counsel and develop comprehensive recovery and case management plans which will restore, maintain or enhance the recovery of people seeking help for addiction and/or addiction related issues. Responsibilities will include the provision of best practice methodology to assess & screen clients, and to provide individual & group counseling. The position will be expected to provide educational sessions and group therapy in the Day Treatment Program as required. 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. 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.
Requirements
- Experience with group therapy and addiction assessments and interventions.
- Bachelor of Chemical Dependency
- Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
- A degree acceptable by the employer with relevant experience
- Interpersonal skills
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
- Problem solving skills
- Decision making skills
- Counseling skills
- Communication skills
- Knowledge in group dynamics
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to deliver workshops and lecture material to clients.
- Knowledge in Developmental Model of Recovery
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Knowledge in Transtheoretical model of change
- Ability to triage cases
- Knowledge of therapeutic tools such as Motivational Interviewing and CBT.
- Knowledge in applicable policies, procedures and standards
- Ability to accurately assess addictions and/or addiction related issues.
- Ability to promote healthy lifestyles with diverse populations
- Ability to provide individual, group and crisis management counselling skills
- Knowledge in various mental health disorders and stability interventions
- Knowledge in Motivational Assessment Process
- Demonstrates knowledge of a Holistic Addiction Treatment Model
- Ability to prioritize
- Knowledge with treating substance and/or substance dependence & the effects
- Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals
- Knowledge in best practices in addictions and harm reduction strategies
- Empathy and respect necessary to engage and develop rapport
- Knowledge of community resources in the addictions field.
- Knowledge and ability to monitor withdrawal symptoms related to substance use.
- Ability to develop appropriate recovery plans
- Knowledge in individual, family, group, and crisis counselling methods
Nice To Haves
- Clinical experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assess, counsel and develop comprehensive recovery and case management plans.
- Restore, maintain or enhance the recovery of people seeking help for addiction and/or addiction related issues.
- Provide best practice methodology to assess & screen clients.
- Provide individual & group counseling.
- Provide educational sessions and group therapy in the Day Treatment Program as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
