Number of Hours per Rotation: 224 hours per 6 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Hours of Work: Standard Hours
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Diploma $29.584 to $36.176
Travel Required: Yes
Human Resources Exemption: No
Job Description
Restores, maintains and enhances the recovery of clients seeking help for addiction and/or addiction related impacts by implementing various modalities of addiction recovery programs. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS membersin accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"
Education
Chemical Dependency diploma
Licenses
Valid Class 5 driver's license
Competencies
Computer skills
Verbal communication skills
Organizational skills
Writing skills
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge in addictions screening,
assessment tools and procedures
Ability to work independently
Ability to respond under pressure.
Knowledge of chemical dependency/co-dependency and effect on the family unit.
Ability to report client informationin accordance with professional standards
Ability to deliver workshops and lecture material to clients.
Knowledge of the Child and Family Service's Act
Knowledge in development model of recovery (SMRS)
Knowledge of HIPA
Knowledge of educational/behavioural interventions/consultations
Knowledge of the Youth Detox and Stabilization Act
Knowledge in Transtheoretical model of change
Knowledge in best practices in addictions and harm reduction strategies
Ability to prioritize work
Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Knowledge in co-current disorders and issues related to gambling addictions
Other Information
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