Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor
Listed on 2026-09-13
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Healthcare
Mental Health, Substance Abuse Counselor, Psychology, Crisis Counselor
Title:
Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor
Department:Justice
Community:Iqaluit
Requisition Number: 927
Type of Employment:Indeterminate
Salary range:$110,374 to $125,283 per year,40hours/week
Northern Allowance:$16,328 per year
Housing:Subsidized Staff Housing is not Available
Union Status:Nunavut Employees Union
Closing date:October 2, 2026@11:59 p.m. eastern time
This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Iqaluit only.
An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.
Reporting to the Manager, Health Services, the Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor provides front-line mental health and addictions services and support to clients in custody across Nunavut who are affected by mental health disorders, suicidal ideation and self-injurious behaviour, family violence, and/or addictions. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, the position provides practical assistance, advocacy, individualized and group support, and programming to help custodial clients improve their mental well-being and actively participate in their mental health wellness and rehabilitation.
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