Addictions Counsellor Diploma

Position #: 158813

Expected Start Date: October 28, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Family Treatment Centre

City/Town: Prince Albert

Department: Addictions Family Trtmt Ctr

Type: Part-time regular

FTE: 0.37

Number of Hours per Rotation: 165.76 hours per 12 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of work: Standard Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Diploma $29.584 to $36.176

Travel Required: No

Job Description: As a member of an interdisciplinary team and under the general direction of the Family Treatment Centre Manager and clinical supervisor the primary goal will be to restore, maintain and enhance the recovery of people seeking residential inpatient services for addiction by implementing services consistent with the current Provincial Clinical Model for Alcohol and Drug Services and the philosophy, objectives and standards set by the Family Treatment Centre. Responsibilities will include providing informational programming as well as individual and group counseling sessions to clients and their children in an inpatient setting. This position will be expected to assess individual/ family and group needs and implement plans to help clients reach their goals. As per Section 48 of the Saskatchewan Human Rights code the Employer has determined that only female candidates will be accepted for this position.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

• Chemical Dependency diploma

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Competencies

• Basic - Verbal communication skills
• Basic - Writing skills
• Basic - Presentation skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge in human behavior, group dynamics and mental health needs of adults
• Knowledge in addictions screening, assessment tools and procedures
• Knowledge in trauma informed care/gender-responsive care/harm reduction model
• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Knowledge in substance abuse and addictions, including cause and effect
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge in diverse cultures, values and traditions

Other Information

• For more information on the city of Prince Albert please visit https://www.citypa.ca
• Scheduled hours of work may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.