Addictions Counsellor Degree

Position #: V39855

Expected Start Date: February 02, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Mental Health & Addiction Services

City/Town: Regina

Department: Addiction Services Continuing Care Unit - Outpatient

Type: Part-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: September 30, 2026

FTE: 0.86

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 96 hours per 3 weeks; 8 hour shifts

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.
• Clinical experience is preferred.

Education

• A degree acceptable by the employer with relevant experience
• 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

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

Knowledge and Abilities

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

Other Information

• 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.
• Scheduled hours of work may be reduced (if applicable) during the rotation stipulated when a statutory holiday is recognized during that period.
• Valid driver's licenses, as required by job.
• Please provide a cover letter and resume when applying for this position.
• For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/