Mental Health & Addiction Support Specialist

Edgewood Health Network; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

$2,000 annual mental health allowance

$600 paramedical services allowance

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Birthday day off

Float Days

Perkopolis discounts

Education Support Assistance

Relocation opportunities

4% pension contribution

Maternity and parental leaveTop-up

Kids & Co. Daycare discounts

Job summary

EHN Canada is seeking a Mental Health & Addiction Support Worker (MHASW) to join the Saskatoon team. The role ensures program continuity when counseling staff are unavailable, providing non-regulated support, crisis response, and psychoeducation sessions as needed.

You will engage clients with trauma-informed care, assist with intake, document processes in real time, and coordinate with nursing and multidisciplinary teams to maintain safety and program integrity.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Mental Health, Addictions, Community Support, Social Work, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care practices.
• Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness, addiction, and mental health concerns.
• Demonstrated ability to respond to crises in a calm and effective manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Clear Criminal Records Check for vulnerable adults.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License and/or proof of identity.
• Recent disclosure of mood-altering substances may disqualify for one year.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assess new intakes with focus on de-escalation, safety and basic needs.
• Build rapport quickly using trauma-informed and harm-reduction approaches.
• Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, and stabilization strategies.
• Engage clients in brief wellness conversations to assess mental health, substance use, safety, and support needs.
• Complete necessary forms and document in real time.
• Write clear, factual, and timely process notes after each interaction.
• Flag safety or medical concerns to nursing staff and/or Team Lead.
• Participate in shift summaries, huddles and daily debriefs.
• Communicate client updates to incoming shift and multidisciplinary team.
• Work closely with nursing, security, housekeeping, and Team Lead for safety.
• Assist with basic housekeeping duties and monitor cleanliness.
• Support clients in accessing emergency housing, detox, food, or recovery referrals.
• Advocate for clients and coordinate with community partners when possible.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

De-escalation

Crisis intervention

Communication

Education

Diploma or degree in Mental Health or related field

Job description

EHN Canada is seeking a Mental Health & Addiction Support Worker (MHASW) to join the Saskatoon team. The role ensures program continuity when counseling staff are unavailable, providing non-regulated support, crisis response, and psychoeducation sessions as needed.

You will engage clients with trauma-informed care, assist with intake, document processes in real time, and coordinate with nursing and multidisciplinary teams to maintain safety and program integrity.