This job is no longer taking applications and is displayed only for reference.
To view current postings please conduct a new search.
Thank you.
Pasqua First Nation relies on Section 48 of the Saskatchewan Human Rights Code. Under the direction and supervision of the Health Director and as a member of the Mental Wellness & Addictions team, the primary goal will be to restore, maintain and enhance the recovery of people seeking help for addictions and/or addiction related issues by implementing various modalities of addiction recovery programs. Responsibilities include assessment & screening, individual & group counselling & educational sessions. She will have knowledge of the Saulteaux culture, customs and spiritual protocols.
Essential Skills
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
- Willing to travel
- Willing to travel overnight
- Valid driver's licence
- Travel expenses paid by employer
Additional Skills
- Use computer applications
- Perform administrative tasks
Specific Skills
- Write reports (assessment, follow-up, progress, court reports, etc.)
- Provide public education
- Prepare case histories
- Interview clients
- Follow up results of counselling programs and clients' adjustment
- Evaluate clients' progress in resolving identified problems and movement towards defined objectives
- Evaluate effectiveness of counselling programs and interventions
- Develop and implement counselling and intervention programs to assist clients in determining goals and means of attaining them
- Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia
- Conduct Research
- Assess clients' problems
- Identify additional/alternative services and provide referrals
- Facilitate groups
Work Setting
- Government
- Counselling centres
- Community service organization
- Health care facility
Client Population
- Adults
- Families
- Aboriginal groups
- Females
Work Location Information
- Rural community
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driver's validity licence check
Area of Counselling Specialization
- Substance abuse
- Rehabilitation
- Personal growth and self-development
- Life transitions
- Family and marriage