Addictions Counselor - Diploma | Client-Centered Care

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saskatchewan Health Authority invites applications for an Addiction Counsellor at the Addictions Outreach Office in Saskatoon. The role focuses on supporting individuals with substance use and mental health issues, assessing needs, and planning appropriate treatment.

You will perform short term counselling, refer to longer term services, and coordinate stabilization activities to ensure smooth transitions and ongoing support within a multi-disciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Must be able to assess an individual’s needs and develop a treatment plan.
• May include short term counselling and/or referrals to longer term resources.
• Coordinate stabilization services to enhance referrals and recovery planning.

Responsibilities

• Assess client needs and develop a treatment plan.
• Coordinate stabilization services and referrals as part of case management.
• Identify crisis indicators and implement immediate action when needed.
• Collaborate with internal departments and community resources to support clients.

Skills

Writing skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Education

Chemical Dependency diploma

Completed social sciences/human services discipline acceptable to employer

Job description

The Saskatchewan Health Authority invites applications for an Addiction Counsellor at the Addictions Outreach Office in Saskatoon. The role focuses on supporting individuals with substance use and mental health issues, assessing needs, and planning appropriate treatment.

You will perform short term counselling, refer to longer term services, and coordinate stabilization activities to ensure smooth transitions and ongoing support within a multi-disciplinary team.