Position #: 172816
Expected Start Date: July 05, 2026
Union: HSAS
Facility: Community Services-101 15th Street East PA
City/Town: Prince Albert
Department: Addiction Services Community Clinics&Programs
Type: Full-time regular
FTE: 1
Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Hours of Work: Field Hours
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Diploma Senior $31.953 to $39.072
Travel Required: Yes
Job Description: As a member of the Integrated Outreach Team and Under the general direction of the Manager of Addiction and Integrated Outreach Services and the Clinical Supervisor of Integrated Outreach, 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 the Integrated Outreach Team. 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. As a member of the Integrated Outreach Team and Under the general direction of the Manager of Addiction and Integrated Outreach Services and the Clinical Supervisor of Integrated Outreach, 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 the Integrated Outreach Team. 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. This position is designated field hours as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement "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
- A minimum of two years of supervised addictions experience.
Education
- Chemical Dependency diploma
- Addictions Counselling diploma
Licenses
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
Competencies
- Basic - Communication skills
- Basic - Presentation skills
Knowledge and Abilities
- Knowledge in development model of recovery (SMRS)
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- Knowledge in addictions screening, assessment tools and procedures
- Knowledge in the SHA, community resources and applicable programming
- Ability to work and communicate in a cross cultural setting
- Knowledge in Transtheoretical model of change
- Knowledge in diverse cultures, values and traditions
- Knowledge in holistic addictions treatment model
Other Information
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.
Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.
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Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.
