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. Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement.
Requirements
- Chemical dependency diploma
- Completed social sciences or human services discipline acceptable to employer
- Crisis management skills
- Experience in a mental health and addictions program required
- Ability to conduct individual and group counselling/educational programs
- Knowledge of screening and addiction assessment tools and procedures
- Knowledge and understanding of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing workload
- Knowledge of aboriginal health issues, culture and traditions
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- Committed to own professional growth and development
- Knowledge in mental health and addictions and concurrent medical conditions
- Knowledge of motivational interviewing
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability for competent case management practice
- Knowledge in group dynamics
- Knowledge in Mental Health and Addictions
- Ability and flexibility in adapting to changing situations and environments
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
Responsibilities
- Providing informational programming
- Providing individual and group counselling sessions with clients
- Implementing various modalities of addiction recovery programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
