Addictions Counsellor Diploma

Position Details

Position #: 157954
Expected Start Date
:
January 05, 2026
Union
: HSAS
Facility
:
Family Treatment Centre
City/Town
:
Prince Albert
Department
:
Addictions Family Trtmt Ctr
Type
:
Part-time regular
FTE
: 0.73
Shift Information
:
Days
Hours of Work
: 81.76 hours per 3 weeks
Relief
:
No
Float
:
No
Field Hours
:
No
Salary or Pay Band
:
Addictions Counsellor - Diploma $29.584 to $36.176
Travel Required
:
No

As a member of an interdisciplinary team and under the general direction of the Family Treatment Centre Manager and clinical supervisor the primary goal will be to restore, maintain and enhance the recovery of people seeking residential inpatient services for addiction by implementing services consistent with the current Provincial Clinical Model for Alcohol and Drug Services and the philosophy, objectives and standards set by the Family Treatment Centre.

Responsibilities will include providing informational programming as well as individual and group counseling sessions to clients and their children in an inpatient setting. This position will be expected to assess individual/ family and group needs and implement plans to help clients reach their goals.

No

• Chemical Dependency diploma

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

• Basic - Presentation skills
• Basic - Writing skills
• Basic - Verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge in substance abuse and addictions, including cause and effect
• Knowledge in addictions screening, assessment tools and procedures
• Knowledge in trauma informed care/gender-responsive care/harm reduction model
• Knowledge in human behaviour, group dynamics and mental health needs of adults
• Knowledge in diverse cultures, values and traditions
• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team