Job Order Detail

Description

Position #: 191504

Expected Start Date: November 25, 2025

Union: OOS

Facility: St Josephs Hospital

City/Town: Estevan

Department: Community Addiction Services

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Weekends

Hours of Work: 112 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: No

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 will develop partnerships and work closely with system and community partners.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience
- 3 - 5 years experience in Recovery and Addiction
Education
- Undergraduate degree or diploma in Addiction/Substance Abuse
Licenses
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
Other Education and Training
- Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
- Equivalent combination of education and experience
Competencies
- Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
Knowledge and Abilities
- Knowledge of First Nations and Metis history in Saskatchewan
- Ability to balance the needs a...
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