Addiction Counsellor

Workinnonprofits; North Battleford; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Poundmaker's Lodge Treatment Centres near North Battleford, Saskatchewan, invites applications for an Addiction Counsellor. The role supports clients to develop coping skills and work toward recovery within culturally grounded, client-centered care.

Responsibilities include creating treatment plans, facilitating workshops and group sessions, and maintaining confidential documentation. The position requires a diploma/degree in a related field and at least two years of counselling experience.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Addictions Counselling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
• Certification or registration with a recognized professional body preferred.
• Minimum two years of counselling or addictions treatment experience.
• Knowledge of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and healing practices.
• Strong communication, documentation, and crisis intervention skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor client progress.
• Facilitate and motivate participation in workshops, ceremonies, and group sessions.
• Manage group dynamics, address conflicts, and support clients in crisis.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client documentation.
• Adhere to Poundmaker’s Lodge policies, professional ethics, and CARF standards.
• Dispense and document prescribed medications as directed.
• Record daily progress notes, incident reports, and discharge summaries.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and supervision sessions.
• Participate in the quality improvement and accreditation process.
• Provide one-to-one counselling and culturally informed guidance.
• Encourage holistic wellness—spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical well-being.
• Deliver feedback, assignments, and support to help clients achieve treatment goals.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Communication

Documentation

Cultural awareness

Education

Diploma/Degree in Addictions Counselling

Professional body certification/registration

Job description

Addiction Counsellor

Battlefords Treatment Centre – Saskatoon area, Northern Saskatchewan – North Battleford

closing today (Thu, 23 Jul)
full time

The Addictions Counsellor supports clients at the Battlefords Treatment Centre to make positive life changes through culturally grounded, client-centered care. This role helps individuals struggling with substance use disorders develop coping skills, improve decision-making, and work toward recovery and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities

Program Management

• Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor client progress.
• Facilitate and motivate active participation in workshops, ceremonies, and group sessions.
• Manage group dynamics, address conflicts, and support clients in crisis.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client documentation.
• Adhere to Poundmaker’s Lodge policies, professional ethics, and CARF standards.

Operational Duties

• Dispense and document prescribed medications as directed.
• Record daily progress notes, incident reports, and discharge summaries.
• Conduct client orientation, room checks and ensure a safe and respectful environment.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and supervision sessions.
• Participate in the quality improvement and accreditation process.

Client Support

• Provide one-to-one counselling and culturally informed guidance.
• Encourage holistic wellness—spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical well-being.
• Deliver feedback, assignments, and support to help clients achieve treatment goals.
• Maintain professional boundaries and demonstrate empathy and respect.
• Motivate clients to engage fully in their recovery journey.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Addictions Counselling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
• Certification or registration with a recognized professional body (preferred).
• Minimum two years of counselling or addictions treatment experience.
• Knowledge of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and healing practices.
• Strong communication, documentation, and crisis intervention skills.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector search.

Work Conditions

• Full-time position, shift or weekend work may be required.
• Based at the Battlefords Treatment Centre.
• Active participation in cultural and experiential treatment practices expected.

How to Apply

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please mention you saw this posting on WorkInNonProfits.ca.

Contact Details

Carla Jamison, Community Engagement Officer
[e-mail]
Poundmaker's Lodge Treatment Centres, 34007 Kingsway Mall PO Box, Edmonton, AB
780‑458‑1884