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Addictions Counsellor Diploma

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November 18 2024
Expected expiry date: November 25 2024
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Saskatoon, SK • Full time
  • Job Identification 26622
  • Job Category Mental Health and Addiction Services
  • Posting Date 11/18/2024, 12:33 PM
  • Locations Sturdy Stone Building
  • Apply Before 11/25/2024, 12:33 PM
  • Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Position #: 202174

Expected Start Date: December 9, 2024

Union: HSAS

Facility: Sturdy Stone Building - Multi-Site EDAC

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Community Addiction Services

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: July 07, 2025

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends

Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: Yes

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Diploma $29.584 to $36.176

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: The main focus of this position is to provide specialized counselling, education, and support services to individuals, families and the community. The Addiction Counsellor helps clients understand and address substance abuse and related problems, including mental health issues, problem gambling, family dynamics, and lifestyle changes. The counsellor is expected to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals within the organization, and to establish and maintain partnerships with related community organizations. This is a non-supervisory position reporting to the assigned clinical supervisor and program.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

  • Client-centered screening, assessment and recovery planning experience with adults and families

Education

  • Chemical Dependency diploma

Competencies

  • Advanced - Written Communication Skills
  • Intermediate - Computer skills
  • Advanced - Verbal communication skills

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team

Other Information

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

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.

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