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Addictions Counsellor Diploma Senior

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November 22 2024
Expected expiry date: November 29 2024
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Prince Albert, SK • Full time
  • Job Identification 27338
  • Job Category Mental Health and Addiction Services
  • Posting Date 11/21/2024, 11:00 PM
  • Locations Community Services-101 15th Street East PA
  • Apply Before 11/29/2024, 11:00 PM
  • Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Position #: 172817

Expected Start Date: December 19, 2024

Union: HSAS

Facility: Community Services-101 15th Street East PA

City/Town: Prince Albert

Department: Addiction Services Community Clinics&Programs

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Hours of Work: 224 hours per 6 weeks rotation

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: Yes

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Diploma Senior $31.953 to $39.072

Travel Required: No

Job Description: As a member of the Integrated Outreach Team and Under the general direction of the Manager of Addiction and Integrated Outreach Services and the Clinical Supervisor of Integrated Outreach, the primary goal will be to restore, maintain and enhance the recovery of people seeking general services for addiction and mental health by implementing services consistent with the current Provincial Clinical Models for Mental Health and Addition Services and the philosophy, objectives and standards set by the Integrated Outreach Team. Responsibilities will include providing informational programming through individual and group counseling sessions to clients in the community and office setting. This position will be expected to assess individual and group needs and implement plans to help clients reach their goals.As a member of the Integrated Outreach Team and Under the general direction of the Manager of Addiction and Integrated Outreach Services and the Clinical Supervisor of Integrated Outreach, the primary goal will be to restore, maintain and enhance the recovery of people seeking general services for addiction and mental health by implementing services consistent with the current Provincial Clinical Models for Mental Health and Addition Services and the philosophy, objectives and standards set by the Integrated Outreach Team. Responsibilities will include providing informational programming through individual and group counseling sessions to clients in the community and office setting. This position will be expected to assess individual and group needs and implement plans to help clients reach their goals.This position is designated feild hours as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

  • A minimum of two years of supervised addictions experience.

Education

  • Addictions Counselling diploma
  • Chemical Dependency diploma

Licenses

  • Valid Class 5 driver's license

Competencies

  • Basic - Communication skills
  • Basic - Presentation skills

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Knowledge in Transtheoretical model of change
  • Knowledge in addictions screening, assessment tools and procedures
  • Knowledge in the SHA, community resources and applicable programming
  • Knowledge in development model of recovery (SMRS)
  • Ability to work and communicate in a cross cultural setting
  • Knowledge in holistic addictions treatment model
  • Knowledge in diverse cultures, values and traditions
  • Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
  • Ability to work independently

Other Information

  • For more information on the city of Prince Albert please visit https://www.citypa.ca
  • Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
  • Travel required

About Us

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

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.
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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.