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Addictions Recovery Specialist

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January 13 2025
Expected expiry date: January 20 2025
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Estevan, SK • Full time
  • Job Identification 35857
  • Job Category Mental Health and Addiction Services
  • Posting Date 01/12/2025, 11:00 PM
  • Locations St Josephs Hospital
  • Apply Before 01/20/2025, 11:00 PM
  • Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Position #: 198536

Expected Start Date: January 27, 2025

Union: OOS

Facility: St Josephs Hospital

City/Town: Estevan

Department: Community Addiction Services

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: August 15, 2025

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Weekends

Hours of Work: 37.50 hours in a 1 week rotation

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: The Addiction Recovery Specialist supports individuals and families experiencing addictions to regain control of their lives through recovery. The specialist works with individuals dealing with minor to serious levels of addictions through counseling regarding cause, symptoms and recovery strategies. This role is responsible for decision making and development for standard work for implementation in the Addictions Centre as the storing of confidential files on patients. The specialist handles a variety of responsibilities such as accepting and making referrals to appropriate agencies, conducting complete assessments on their patients, facilitating group sessions & support groups including but not limited to AA or NA, assisting patients in setting life goals and supporting them in their recovery treatment plans. The Specialist will develop partnerships and work closely with system and community partners.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

  • 3 - 5 years experience in Recovery and Addiction

Education

  • Undergraduate degree or diploma in Addiction/Substance Abuse

Licenses

  • Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

  • Equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable

Competencies

  • Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Ability to maintain alignment with strategic priorities
  • Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
  • Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
  • Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
  • Ability to balance the needs and interests of diverse group
  • Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
  • Knowledge of the healthcare system in Saskatchewan.
  • Knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
  • Ability to articulate mission, vision and strategy and charts a path forward.
  • Promotes innovation, guides change and is committed to continuous improvement
  • Knowledge of First Nations and Metis history in Saskatchewan
  • Knowledge of legislation and applicable laws
  • Has demonstrated strong critical thinking, financial and analytical skills
  • Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
  • Has demonstrated ability to coach ,mentor and develop others

Other Information

  • Travel within Saskatchewan
  • For more information on the city of Estevan please visit http://estevan.ca/

About Us

Operates with the highest possible standards of care, ethics and values, and promotes collaborative decision-making, enabling staff to perform their jobs to the fullest with responsibility, accountability and authority. As our most valuable resource, staff are supported through various programs to assist them in their new role, including Mentorship, now available to all employees.

Additional Information

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
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.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.