Substance Use Counsellor

Carrier Sekani Family Services; Prince George; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An Indigenous health organization is seeking a Substance Use Counsellor in Vanderhoof to deliver client-focused and culturally relevant treatment programs. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services related field and have experience in addictions treatment. This role offers competitive pay, unique work experiences, and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Generous time off options

Municipal Pension Plan

Extended health and dental benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in addictions counselling and community mental health.
• Ability to conduct culturally respectful information gathering.
• Qualifications to register with governing body.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in the residential treatment program.
• Conduct assessments at the time of intake.
• Facilitate psycho-educational and therapeutic circles.

Skills

Addictions treatment

Crisis intervention

Counselling

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services related field

Job description

Career Opportunity: Substance Use Counsellor

Location: Vanderhoof, Ormand Lake / Tachick Lake

Employment Type: Full-Time, 35 hours per week

Practice Differently with Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS): CSFS is an innovative and progressive leader in Indigenous health and family services where culture is at the centre of everything we do. Since our beginnings in the late 1980s, CSFS has grown to over 475 employees providing services to 11 member Nations. Discover what it means to practice differently, as you enjoy unique experiences, close connections with communities, as well as the natural wonders of northern BC while you work.

The Opportunity: The Substance Use Counsellor is responsible for the delivery of client focused and culturally relevant treatment programs that address client needs in an appropriate and effective manner.

• Support clients as they enter the residential treatment program through client interviews, orientation to program services and rules, and coordination of necessary personal items and documentation.
• Conducts assessments at the time of intake to treatment
• Conduct culturally respectful information gathering that honor the client’s lived experience, identity, and community context. The information gathered during this stage will inform the planning of a smooth transition from detox to residential treatment, as well as support effective discharge planning.
• Facilitate psycho-educational and therapeutic circles, provide one-on-one counselling, crisis intervention, and referrals as needed.
  
  

Visit www.practicedifferently.ca and click on ‘View Opportunities’ to view the full job description for this career opportunity.

What You Will Bring To The Role

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services related field (Social Worker and/or Psychology)
• Qualifies to register with the governing body (i.e. Registered Social Workers (RSW) and Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada (ACCT))
• The ideal candidate will have previous experience in addictions treatment, addictions counselling, advocacy, community mental health, etc.
  
  

At CSFS, we understand that knowledge and experience may come from a variety of sources and encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not align perfectly with the qualifications listed above.

The Location:

Vanderhoof “where the heart is beckoning”is geographically located near the centre of British Columbia and truly is at the “Heart of it All” when it comes to lifestyle, low cost of living and employment opportunities. The community’s size, services and amenities are well suited for entrepreneurs, and those involved in resource or agricultural sectors. Whether you are looking for an adventuresome way to stretch your legs, are an avid wildlife admirer or looking for fun ways to entertain the family, Vanderhoof has something for you. Learn more about Vanderhoof by visiting http://www.vanderhoof.ca/ .

What CSFS Team Members Are Saying

• We live by our organization’s values of Responsibility, Compassion, Honesty, Integrity, Trust and Respect while caring and advocating for vulnerable people.
• Supported to pursue life long learning, professional development and recognition for your contribution.
• Recognize the value of Carrier Sekani Knowledge holders and language speakers.
  
  

Wage Range: The target hiring range for this position is $38.5876 to $49.9719 per hour. Candidates will typically be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the wage range. Placement within the wage range is dependent on the applicants’ role specific knowledge, skills, abilities, related experience and in consideration of factors such as market conditions and internal equity.

Total Rewards: In addition to base salary, CSFS offers an excellent compensation package. It features unique, generous, flexible time off options promoting work-life-family balance, Municipal Pension Plan (defined benefit with an employer contribution of 9.31% after eligibility period), as well as extended health and dental benefits. At CSFS, we believe in investing in our employees through meaningful educational and professional development opportunities.

Hurry and Apply Now! Go to www.practicedifferently.ca and click on ‘View Opportunities’ to apply. Applications will only be received and accepted through our online recruitment system.

Deadline to Apply: July 31, 2025 Along with your resume, please submit a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this opportunity, what skills and experience you will bring, and how your qualifications will make you successful in this role.

In accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code and Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, preference will be given to qualified candidates with Aboriginal Ancestry.

CSFS is committed to ensuring accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources team by email at [e-mail] and we’ll collaborate with you to address your requirements.