Position #: 157953

Expected Start Date: October 23, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Family Treatment Centre

City/Town: Prince Albert

Department: Addictions Family Trtmt Ctr

Type: Casual

FTE: 0

Relief: No

Float: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Diploma $29.584 to $36.176

Travel Required: No

Job Description: As a member of an interdisciplinary team and under the general direction of the Family Treatment Centre Manager and clinical supervisor the primary goal will be to restore, maintain and enhance the recovery of people seeking residential inpatient services for addiction by implementing services consistent with the current Provincial Clinical Model for Alcohol and Drug Services and the philosophy, objectives and standards set by the Family Treatment Centre. Responsibilities will include providing informational programming as well as individual and group counseling sessions to clients and their children in an inpatient setting. This position will be expected to assess individual/ family and group needs and implement plans to help clients reach their goals.



As per Section 48 of the Saskatchewan Human Rights code the Employer has determined that only female candidates will be accepted for this position.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

- Chemical Dependency diploma

Licenses

- Valid Class 5 driver's license

Competencies

- Basic - Writing skills
- Basic - Presentation skills
- Basic - Verbal communication skills

Knowledge and Abilities

- Knowledge in trauma informed care/gender-responsive care/harm reduction model
- Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- Knowledge in human behaviour, group dynamics and mental health needs of adults
- Knowledge in addictions screening, assessment tools and procedures
- Knowledge in substance abuse and addictions, including cause and effect
- Knowledge in diverse cultures, values and traditions
- Ability to work independently

Other Information

- For more information on the city of Prince Albert please visit https://www.citypa.ca
- No guaranteed hours

📌 Addictions Counsellor Diploma (Prince Albert)
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📍 Prince Albert