Youth Addictions Counselor - Residential (Evenings/Weekends)

UpSourced HR; Stand Off; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Job summary

Kainaiwa Children’s Services Corporation in Stand Off, Alberta is seeking a Youth Addictions Worker to support youth in a residential treatment setting. You will provide individual and group counselling, develop therapeutic programming, and assist with case management.

Under supervision of the BTYWC Supervisor, you will maintain documentation, liaise with multidisciplinary staff and families, uphold confidentiality, and participate in staff meetings.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Human Services, Social Sciences, or a related field, or Certified Addictions Counsellor Level II designation with relevant experience.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Successful completion of Child Welfare Information System check and Criminal Record Check.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Current ASIST and CPI training or ability to obtain within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counselling to youth in a residential treatment setting.
• Develop and implement structured and unstructured therapeutic programming and activities.
• Support case management, including behaviour management and treatment planning.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation including daily logs, intake reports, progress reports, summaries, and treatment team meeting minutes.
• Liaise effectively with multidisciplinary professionals and family members.
• Ensure a safe, secure, and supportive environment free from emotional, physical, sexual, drug, and alcohol abuse.
• Participate in regular staff meetings and contribute to team-based service delivery.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with colleagues.
• Adhere to organizational policies, procedures, and confidentiality requirements.
• Perform other related duties in support of youth treatment services.

Education

Post-secondary degree/diploma in Human Services or related field

Certified Addictions Counsellor Level II

Valid Driver’s License

Criminal Record Check

First Aid/CPR

ASIST/CPI training or eligible

Job description

Kainaiwa Children’s Services Corporation in Stand Off, Alberta is seeking a Youth Addictions Worker to support youth in a residential treatment setting. You will provide individual and group counselling, develop therapeutic programming, and assist with case management.

Under supervision of the BTYWC Supervisor, you will maintain documentation, liaise with multidisciplinary staff and families, uphold confidentiality, and participate in staff meetings.