Addictions Counsellor Diploma

Position #: 171405

Expected Start Date: September 30, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Community Services-101 15th Street East PA

City/Town: Prince Albert

Department: Addiction Services Community Clinics&Programs

Type: Casual

FTE: 0

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Field Hours

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

Travel Required: No

Job Description: As a member of the Addiction Counselling Team and Under the general direction of the Manager of Addiction and Integrated Outreach Services and the Clinical Supervisor, the primary goal will be to restore, maintain and enhance the recovery of people seeking general services for addiction and mental health by implementing services consistent with the current Provincial Clinical Models for Mental Health and Addition Services and the philosophy, objectives and standards set by Addiction Services. Responsibilities will include providing informational programming through individual and group counseling sessions to clients in the community and office setting. This position will be expected to assess individual and group needs and implement plans to help clients reach their goals.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Experience in a mental health and addictions program required

Education

• Chemical Dependency diploma

Other Education and Training

• Completed social sciences or human services discipline acceptable to employer

Competencies

• Crisis management skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Knowledge in Mental Health and Addictions
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability and flexibility in adapting to changing situations and environments
• Committed to own professional growth and development
• Knowledge of screening and addiction assessment tools and procedures.
• Ability to conduct individual and group counselling/educational programs
• Knowledge in group dynamics
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability for competent case management practice
• Knowledge and understanding of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Knowledge in mental health and addictions and concurrent medical conditions
• Knowledge of motivational interviewing
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing workload
• Knowledge of aboriginal health issues, culture and traditions

Other Information

• For more information on the city of Prince Albert please visit https://www.citypa.ca
• Valid Class 5 driver's license
• No guaranteed hours