Program Addictions Counsellor

Autism Services; Canada; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental

Pension

Paid wellness supports

Free meals

Ongoing training

Job summary

White Buffalo Treatment Centre Inc is seeking a Program Addictions Counsellor to support the treatment and success of youth in our care. This role develops, coordinates, facilitates, and evaluates addiction treatment programming with the treatment team.

You will develop and facilitate group programming, adapt content for learners, and document progress while collaborating to enhance curriculum and programming. A valid license and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Relevant certificate with three years of related experience, or a relevant diploma with one year of related experience.
• Experience developing and facilitating structured group programming is required.
• Candidates must communicate effectively, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate knowledge of First Nations cultures.
• A valid driver's licence, reliable transportation, and Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Checks are required.

Responsibilities

• Developing and facilitating group programming using the Stages of Change model and other evidence-informed approaches.
• Preparing and adapting content and activities to meet clients learning and developmental needs.
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Documenting attendance, participation, progress, and concerns.
• Participating in client progress meetings and sharing observations with the treatment team.
• Supporting coping, communication, decision-making, relapse-prevention, and independent living skills.
• Collaborating with staff to deliver cultural and practical skill-development programming.
• Improving WBTC curriculum and programming.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Confidentiality

First Nations knowledge

Education

Relevant certificate with 3 years of experience

Relevant diploma with 1 year of experience

Job description

Employer Name: White Buffalo Treatment Centre Inc

We are recruiting a Program Addictions Counsellor to support the treatment and success of youth in our care. This position develops, coordinates, facilitates, and evaluates addiction treatment programming. Working with the Program Manager and treatment team, the Program Addictions Counsellor delivers developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive programming focused on substance use, recovery, relapse prevention, coping skills, communication, healthy relationships, and problem-solving.

Duties include:

• Developing and facilitating group programming using the Stages of Change model and other evidence-informed approaches.
• Preparing and adapting content and activities to meet clients learning and developmental needs.
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Documenting attendance, participation, progress, and concerns.
• Participating in client progress meetings and sharing observations with the treatment team.
• Supporting coping, communication, decision-making, relapse-prevention, and independent living skills.
• Collaborating with staff to deliver cultural and practical skill-development programming.
• Improving WBTC curriculum and programming.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications include:

Relevant certificate with three years of related experience, or a relevant diploma with one year of related experience. Experience developing and facilitating structured group programming is required. Candidates must communicate effectively, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate knowledge of First Nations cultures. A valid drivers licence, reliable transportation, and Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Checks are required.

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 9AM to 5PM.

Benefits:

• Health and dental
• pension
• paid wellness supports
• free meals
• ongoing training