For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges.

We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship.

The Salvation

Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. May chair monthly (or as needed) planning meetings for clients and other Social Services Workers. Maintains and updates all appropriate documentation related to clients/residents; Maintains a broad knowledge of addiction treatments and explanatory theories, homelessness, mental illness, and community resources.

Participates fully and constructively in staff meetings and service training. Engages in formal evaluation sessions with the direct supervisor after the probation period and annually thereafter. Counsels clients/residents individually or in a group setting according to counselling best practices Develops and implements case management of assigned clients/residents.

May support clients with appointments (medical, counselling, etc.). Supports the efforts made to meet the client's spiritual needs and cultural practice by working with the Spiritual Care team.



Refers clients to appropriate sources for the purpose of personal care, employment, educational, practical everyday needs, and other recovery needs.

May perform intake and discharge procedures for clients/residents as assigned. Intervenes in crisis situations, relapse prevention, early intervention, follow-up, and aftercare and provides addiction counselling services as required. Promptly reports incident reports in accordance with policy.

Liaises with the Police, Ministry of Social Services, Provincial Court, community agencies, family, and other staff members. Reads and follows the Policy & Procedures Manual and the Employee Handbook. A large part of the work of Mental Health and Addictions worker involves people and health information, therefore, courtesy and confidentiality are imperative.

Employees are to show respect and dignity to fellow community partners, employees, clients, and members of the public. All employees are expected to abstain from using profane language while in the facility or representing The Salvation Army as an employee. Required to work in cooperation with other staff members in job-related areas and treat all clients, staff, volunteers, and members of the public with respect, dignity, and confidentiality.

Internal: Case Management team, residents, staff, residents' families External: Police, Ministry of Social Services, Provincial Court, community agencies MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

📌 Mental Health And Addictions Services Counsellor (Saskatoon)
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📍 Saskatoon