Job Order Detail

Description

Position #: 176962

Expected Start Date: April 13, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Sturdy Stone Building

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Community Addiction Services

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Evenings

Hours of Work: shifts of 224 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: Yes

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Diploma Senior $31.953 to $39.072

Travel Required: No

Job Description: Reporting to the Manager of Community Addiction Services, the main focus of this position is to provide specialized counselling, education, and support services to family members, who are the primary client. The Addiction Counsellor helps clients understand and address substance abuse and related problems, including mental health issues, problem gambling, family dynamics, and lifestyle changes. Duties will also involve providing program co-ordination, leading evening group programs, counseling, case and file management, intake, distribution of work, orientation of new staff, and the coordination of practicum students. The counsellor is expected to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals within the organization, and to establish and maintain partnerships with related community organizations. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience
- Two years experience as an Addictions Counsellor working with families
Education
- Chemical Dependency diploma
Knowledge and Abilities
- Ability to deal with life threatening situations including suicide
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability for competent case management practice
- Knowledge in substance abuse and addictions, including cause and effect
- Ability to work independently and in collaborat...
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