Mobile Youth Addictions Counselor III

Recovery Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Recovery Alberta invites applications for an Addiction Counsellor III with the Children Youth & Families program in Edmonton. The role supports youths under 18 in a mobile, community-based setting, delivering intake, assessments, treatment planning and counselling.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Addictions (or related field), CPR/First Aid and strong de-escalation skills. A Master’s degree is preferred, with experience in youth addiction/mental health and Connect Care familiarity a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Addictions or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CPR/First Aid certification, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, suicide risk management required.
• Master’s degree in a related field preferred; experience with youth in addiction/mental health settings advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intakes, detailed assessments and attendance letters.
• Create treatment plans and provide individual and family counselling.
• Facilitate psychoeducational, support, experiential and process groups; coordinate with families and professionals.

Skills

De-escalation skills

Communication with youth

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Addictions or related field

CPR/First Aid certification

Master’s degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

Connect Care

Job description

Recovery Alberta invites applications for an Addiction Counsellor III with the Children Youth & Families program in Edmonton. The role supports youths under 18 in a mobile, community-based setting, delivering intake, assessments, treatment planning and counselling.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Addictions (or related field), CPR/First Aid and strong de-escalation skills. A Master’s degree is preferred, with experience in youth addiction/mental health and Connect Care familiarity a