Addictions Counsellor III

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking an Addictions Counselor III to provide evidence-based treatment and community education in a forensic setting. This role involves developing personalized treatment plans, collaborative program development, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong relationship-building skills and knowledge in addiction issues, including intimate partner violence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Addictions or related field required.
• Active registration under the Health Professions Act needed.
• BLS certification and NVCI mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality assessment, treatment, crisis intervention, and referral services.
• Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans.
• Provide support and education in collaboration with community stakeholders.

Skills

Assessment

Case management

Group counseling

Individual counseling

Crisis intervention

Workshop development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Addictions or related field

Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)

Tools

Electronic medical records (Connect Care)

Zoom for virtual therapy

Microsoft Office

Job description

Your Opportunity:

Forensic Assessment & Community Services (FACS) has an exciting opportunity for an Addictions Counselor III. Reporting to the Care Manager of FACS, this position will act as a member of multidisciplinary teams providing evidence and recovery-based treatment services, aligned with best practices, policy, legislation, and standards within an outpatient, forensic community mental health clinic. The Addictions Counselor III is responsible for specialized treatment addressing alcohol, drug, and gambling concerns, including assessment, case management, workshop development and facilitation, and both group and individual counseling. Responsibilities also include collaborating with colleagues on program development, research, and quality improvement initiatives. This role supports facilitation of intimate partner violence groups; knowledge of intimate partner violence is an asset. The position works closely with community stakeholders, providing consultative and educational services, along with case management for clients with complex needs. This role transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying, you agree to become an employee of Recovery Alberta.

Description:

As an Addictions Counselor III, you will deliver quality, client-focused, recovery-oriented, and culturally appropriate assessment, treatment, case management, crisis intervention, education, and referral services for clients and families, along with community stabilization. You will develop and implement treatment plans, providing interventions that are least intrusive and most appropriate, while monitoring and evaluating client progress towards recovery goals, adapting treatment as needed. Success depends on your excellent relationship-building skills with clients, families, colleagues, and government staff.

• Classification: Addictions Counsellor III
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Forensic Assessment and Community Services
• Primary Location: Forensic Assessment Comm Serv
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 16-JUN-2025
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 30-JUN-2025
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings
• Minimum Salary: $37.62
• Maximum Salary: $48.56

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Addictions or a related field, or a combination of a bachelor's degree with coursework in addictions. An associated diploma or equivalent experience may be considered. Active registration under the Health Professions Act (Alberta) is required, along with necessary authorization for restricted interventions.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. NVCI or registration in the next available course is mandatory.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with electronic medical records (Connect Care), virtual therapy platforms (Zoom), and proficiency in Microsoft Office are assets.