Saint John Human Services Counselor (3013) PCN 1254624

Horizon Health Network; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Health Network in Saint John area is hiring a Saint John Human Services Counselor (3013) for Permanent Full Time. The role focuses on assessing, supporting and implementing therapeutic programs for clients in the community or hospital settings.

Qualifications include high school graduation with a related human services program (>6 months, up to 1 year) and a valid license. Salary ranges from CAD 28.53 to 30.35 per hour. Apply by November 11, 2026.

Qualifications

• High school graduation plus an additional human services program/course of over six months and up to one year or equivalent.
• For community based positions in Addictions and Mental Health must have 1 year of related experience.
• Must possess a valid license.

Responsibilities

• Participating in the assessment, development and implementation of the client support services plan.
• Observing, documenting and reporting, physical, behavioral and psychological changes in the client.
• Reviewing, evaluating and modifying individual service plans as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• Intervening in crisis situations and providing emotional support to clients.
• Assisting clients with activities of daily living by teaching and counseling on lifestyle skills such as parenting, financial planning.
• Transporting and accompanying clients to activities and/or appointments related to their care.
• Organizing and implementing individual and group therapeutic programs
• Assisting clients to access services of various government and community agencies.
• Showing others how to perform tasks or duties as part of the departmental orientation.

Skills

Communication

Decision Making

Flexibility

Interpersonal Relations

Results Orientation

Teamwork and Collaboration

Education

High school diploma + 6 months to 1 year human services program

Valid license

Job description

Saint John Human Services Counselor (3013) PCN 1254624

Location: Saint John area (Horizon), _Other - Saint John Area, New Brunswick - Permanent Full Time

Competition #: 169434 External

Closes: November 11, 2026 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time

Anticipated Start Date: November 16, 2026

Location: Child and Adolescent Services

Saint John Community Mental Health Services ~ Saint John ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network

Job Classification: Human Services Counselor (3013)

Job Classification Type: CUPE

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

FTE: 1

Schedule: Day, Subject to change due to operational requirements

Language Requirement: English Essential

Salary: 28.5308 to 30.3514 per hour

JOB PURPOSE

The Human Service Counselor assesses, supports and assists clients / patients within the community or hospital-based setting through the implementation of therapeutic and rehabilitative programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school graduation plus an additional human services program/course of over six months and up to one year or equivalent.
• For community based positions in Additions and Mental Health must have 1 year of related experience.
• Must posses a valid license.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Human Service Counselor is responsible for:

• Participating in the assessment, development and implementation of the client support services plan.
• Observing, documenting and reporting, physical, behavioral and psychological changes in the client.
• Reviewing, evaluating and modifying individual service plans as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• Intervening in crisis situations and providing emotional support to clients.
• Assisting clients with activities of daily living by teaching and counseling on lifestyle skills such as parenting, financial planning.
• Transporting and accompanying clients to activities and/or appointments related to their care.
• Organizing and implementing individual and group therapeutic programs
• Assisting clients to access services of various government and community agencies.
• Showing others how to perform tasks or duties as part of the departmental orientation.

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK:

• Communication
• Decision Making
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal Relations
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork and Collaboration

About Horizon’s Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.