Title: Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor

Department:Justice

Community:Iqaluit

Requisition Number: 927

Type of Employment:Indeterminate

Salary range:$110,374 to $125,283 per year,40hours/week

Northern Allowance:$16,328 per year

Housing:Subsidized Staff Housing is not Available

Union Status:Nunavut Employees Union

Closing date:October 2, 2026@11:59 p.m. eastern time

This employment prospect is restricted to residents of Iqaluit only.

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

Reporting to the Manager, Health Services, the Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor provides front-line mental health and addictions services and support to clients in custody across Nunavut who are affected by mental health disorders, suicidal ideation and self-injurious behaviour, family violence, and/or addictions. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, the position provides practical assistance, advocacy, individualized and group support, and programming to help custodial clients improve their mental well-being and actively participate in their mental health wellness and rehabilitation.

📌 Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor (Iqaluit)
🏢 Government of Nunavut
📍 Iqaluit