Addictions Counselor IV

This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta. Reporting to the Manager, the Addictions Counsellor IV works as a Counselling Supervisor providing supervision, clinical consultation, debriefing, and innovative programming in a community outpatient setting. Programs overseen include Addiction Counselling and Enhanced Services for Women. Using knowledge of a recovery-oriented systems of care this position displays strong skills in assessment, treatment planning, counselling, case management, crisis intervention, clinical consultation, and referral services. Session observation and skill development should be used to promote a culture of open practice within the team. This position oversees group programming which includes ongoing group evaluation to ensure groups align with best practices. Knowledge of harm reduction strategies as well as prevention and health promotion is an asset. As a member of the Leadership Team this position will be integrated with other leaders for Community Addiction and Mental Health Services. As such, a demonstrated record of excellent interpersonal skills, collaborative practice, and concurrent service delivery will prepare you for this role. This position may be required to support some evening groups and other duties as assigned.

As an Addiction Counsellor IV, you will provide clinical supervision to the Addiction Services team, coordinate the day-to-day operations as well as delivery of addiction services and programs. Responsibilities include the provision of addiction practice expertise, operational supervision of the Addiction Services team, development and coordination of the treatment and/or prevention program and may provide direct client care or deliver prevention programming. The Addiction Counsellor IV supports the growth and development of addictions staff to deliver safe and effective addiction practice that is concurrent capable. This includes therapeutic screening, assessment and counselling; psychoeducational and therapeutic group sessions; and prevention interventions. The Addiction Counsellor IV designs, implements and evaluates addiction programs and services consistent with AHS policies and practices.

Bachelor's degree in a health related field.

The successful applicant will have a minimum 5 years’ experience providing Addiction Counselling and 2 years of experience in a Supervisory role. This includes supervision of clinicians delivering assessment, treatment, and group facilitation. Working knowledge of motivational interviewing, trauma informed care, and harm reduction is required. Must be competent in identifying clients at risk and completing a suicide risk assessment. Individuals eligible for registration under the Health Professions Act must maintain active registration. Individuals may require authorization/permission under regulation to perform restricted psychosocial interventions and/or restricted activities.

Advanced computer literacy. Above average keyboarding skills and proficient with computer programs - Outlook, Office, Microsoft Teams, Connect Care.