Facility
Weyburn Community Health Services Building
City/Town
Weyburn
Department
Community Addiction Services
Type
Full time temporary
Expected Up to Date
January 09, 2027
FTE
1
Shift Information
Days
Number of Hours per Rotation
14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks
Relief
No
Float
No
Hours of Work
Field Hours
Salary or Pay Band
Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Diploma $29.584 to $36.176
Travel Required
Yes
Job Description
As a member of the interdisciplinary team, and under the general direction of the Manager, the primary goal will be to restore, maintain and enhance the recovery of people seeking help for addiction and / or addiction related issues by implementing various modalities or addiction recovery programs. Responsibilities include providing informational programming as well as individual and group counseling sessions with clients. This position will be expected to assess individual and group needs of clients and implement plans to help clients reach their goals.
Human Resources Exemption
No
Education
Mental Health & Addictions Counselling Diploma
Knowledge and Abilities
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Knowledge in Transtheoretical model of change
Knowledge in best practices in addictions and harm reduction strategies
Ability to make appropriate referrals
Knowledge in addictions screening, assessment tools and procedures
"Ability to work independently to plan and prioritize workload demands. "
Knowledge in development model of recovery (SMRS)
Ability to accurately assess addiction(s) and make appropriate recovery plans.
Demonstrates knowledge of a Holistic Addiction Treatment Model
Works independently, effectively and cooperatively with a multidisciplinary team
Knowledge in group dynamics
Demonstrates knowledge in addiction(s) and their effects on family units
Ability to screen for addictions and/or addiction related symptoms
Knowledge of community resources in the addictions field.
Ability to deliver workshops and lecture material to clients and community