Addictions Counsellor Diploma

Experience

• Inpatient services and/or harm reduction setting is required

Education

• Chemical Dependency diploma

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to screen for addictions and/or addiction related symptoms
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to organize work load demands
• Knowledge of screening and addiction assessment tools and procedures.
• Work collaboratively w/ a multidisciplinary team & other agencies in the community
• Demonstrates knowledge in addiction(s) and their effects on family units
• Knowledge in best practices in addictions and harm reduction strategies
• Knowledge in group dynamics
• Ability to deliver workshops and lecture material to clients and community
• Ability to accurately assess addiction(s) and make appropriate recovery plans.
• Knowledge of community resources in the addictions field.
• Demonstrates knowledge of a Holistic Addiction Treatment Model

Other Information

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