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Employer Job Number: GO-00638422
Facility: St. Joseph's Hospital Estevan
Job Description: The Addiction Recovery Specialist supports individuals and families experiencing addictions to regain control of their lives through recovery. The specialist works with individuals dealing with minor to serious levels of addictions through counseling regarding cause, symptoms and recovery strategies. This role is responsible for decision making and development for standard work for implementation in the Addictions Centre as the storing of confidential files on patients. The specialist handles a variety of responsibilities such as accepting and making referrals to appropriate agencies, conducting complete assessments on their patients, facilitating group sessions & support groups including but not limited to AA or NA, assisting patients in setting life goals and supporting them in their recovery treatment plans. The specialist is involved in discussions and decision making with the leadership team of St. Joseph's Hospital on patient treatment, data tracking and patient flow topics. This role must work cross functionally within the portfolio and across the organization to support the successful operations of the Addictions Centre in Estevan.
The Specialist demonstrates strong leadership to enable an innovative and positive working climate and a client-centric culture. The Specialist must work cross functionally within the portfolio and across the organization to support operations. The Specialist will develop partnerships and work closely with system and community partners.
Required Qualifications
Valid Class 5 driver's license
Licensed and in good standing with professional association and/or regulatory body, if applicable
Undergraduate degree or diploma in Addiction/Substance Abuse or equivalent combination of education and experi
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