Addictions Counselor — Family & Community Recovery Coach

Sanctum Care Group; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization is seeking a Full-Time Addiction Counselor to provide support for pre/postnatal women at high risk for HIV/AIDS and other challenges. Responsibilities include managing client cases, providing therapeutic counseling, and facilitating addiction programming. Applicants should have a Diploma in Addiction or related fields, cultural sensitivity, and 1 year of addiction counseling experience. This position requires a valid addiction certificate and offers a pay range of $27.00-$34.00 per hour with benefits including a pension and health care.

Benefits

Casual dress

Company pension

Dental care

Extended health care

Vision care

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Addiction Certificate.
• Must have at least 1 year of experience in addiction counselling.

Responsibilities

• Manage case documentation and client charts.
• Conduct one-on-one addiction counselling sessions.
• Facilitate weekly addictions programming.
• Connect clients to community resources and referrals.
• Engage clients actively in house and community supports.

Skills

Cultural sensitivity

Clear communication skills

Teamwork and relationship building

Problem-solving

Strong decision-making

Education

Diploma or certificate in Addiction or social work

DCS / DEC (preferred)

Job description

A non-profit organization is seeking a Full-Time Addiction Counselor to provide support for pre/postnatal women at high risk for HIV/AIDS and other challenges. Responsibilities include managing client cases, providing therapeutic counseling, and facilitating addiction programming. Applicants should have a Diploma in Addiction or related fields, cultural sensitivity, and 1 year of addiction counseling experience. This position requires a valid addiction certificate and offers a pay range of $27.00-$34.00 per hour with benefits including a pension and health care.