Addictions Counsellor Degree

Position #: V34819

Expected Start Date: January 05, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Addictions Treatment Centre - Regina

City/Town: Regina

Department: Addiction Services Continuing Care Unit - Outpatient

Type: Part-time regular

FTE: 0.5

Hours of Work: 56 hours per 3 weeks; 8 hours shifts

Shift information: Days

Scheduled hours of work may be reduced (if applicable) during the rotation stipulated when a statutory holiday is recognized during that period

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: Yes

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Degree $34.509 to $42.199

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: As a member of the Adult services team and under the general direction of the Manager the primary goal will be to assess, counsel and develop comprehensive recovery and case management plans which will restore, maintain or enhance the recovery of people seeking help for addiction and/or addiction related issues. Responsibilities will include the provision of best practice methodology to assess & screen clients, and to provide individual & group counseling. The position will be expected to provide educational sessions and group therapy in the Day Treatment Program as required. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Experience with group therapy and addiction assessments and interventions.

Education

• Bachelor of Chemical Dependency
• Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
• Additional Baccalaureate degrees (generally social sciences or human services) acceptable to the employer may also be considered if candidate has relevant experience.  These would include a Bachelors in Psychology, Human Justice and Psych Nursing.

Other Education and Training

• Bachelor of Social Work is acceptable

Competencies

• Organizational skills
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Computer skills
• Decision making skills
• Counseling skills
• Problem solving skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge in Developmental Model of Recovery
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Knowledge in individual, family, group, and crisis counselling methods
• Knowledge of community resources in the addictions field.
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge in Transtheoretical model of change
• Ability to develop appropriate recovery plans
• Knowledge in applicable policies, procedures and standards
• Knowledge in various mental health disorders and stability interventions
• Ability to triage cases
• Ability to deliver workshops and lecture material to clients.
• Knowledge and ability to monitor withdrawal symptoms related to substance use.  
• Ability to provide individual, group and crisis management counselling skills
• Knowledge in group dynamics
• Knowledge with treating substance  and/or substance dependence &  the effects
• Knowledge in Motivational Assessment Process
• Ability to accurately assess addictions and/or addiction related issues.
• Knowledge of therapeutic tools such as Motivational Interviewing and CBT.
• Knowledge in best practices in addictions and harm reduction strategies
• Ability to prioritize  
• Ability to promote healthy lifestyles with diverse populations
• Demonstrates knowledge of a Holistic Addiction Treatment Model
• Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals
• Empathy and respect necessary to engage and develop rapport

Other Information

• Clinical experience is preferred.
• Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement.  HSAS seniority within the Saskatchewan Health Authority will be considered under the Selection Criteria.
• For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/
• Valid driver's licenses, as required by job.
• Please provide a cover letter and resume when applying for this position.