Addictions Counsellor Diploma

Original job posting

The successful applicant will provide recovery services to individuals affected by substance abuse and their families. Responsibilities include conducting screenings, assessments, counseling, and managing case files within a team environment.

Job details

Position #: 114568 Expected Start Date: November 02, 2026 Union: HSAS Facility: Calder Centre City/Town: Saskatoon Department: Addiction Serv Res Care Unit&Trtmt Facil-Calder Centre Type: Full-time temporary Expected Up to Date: November 02, 2027 FTE: 1 Shift Information: Nights, Weekends Number of Hours per Rotation: shifts of 299 hours per 8 weeks Relief: No Float: No Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Diploma $29.584 to $36.176 Travel Required: No Job Description: As a successful applicant, you will be responsible to provide recovery services to persons affected by substance abuse and family members. This will include screening and on-going assessment activities, individual and group counseling, case and file management and community resource involvement. You will be working within a team environment. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement" Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Chemical Dependency diploma Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team Other Information * For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/ 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. 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.

What you’ll do

The successful applicant will provide recovery services to individuals affected by substance abuse and their families. Responsibilities include conducting screenings, assessments, counseling, and managing case files within a team environment.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Chemical Dependency diploma and have the ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team. A valid Criminal Record Check including a vulnerable sector search is required for the interview.

Listed skills

• assessment · Preferred
• case management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Substance abuse counseling
• Individual counseling
• Group counseling
• Case management
• File management
• Screening
• Assessment
• Community resource involvement
• Multi-disciplinary team collaboration
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Reconciliation
• Case Management
• Substance Dependence
• Substance Abuse
• Substance Abuse Counseling
• File Management
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector
• Addictions Counselor
• Substance Abuse Counselor
• Social Work and Counselling Professionals
• Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
• Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors