JORDAN'S PRINCIPLE FUNDING Contract Full time Sagamok, ON, CA

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1089

Salary Range: $30.00 To $45.00 Hourly

MENTAL HEALTH & ADDICTIONS COUNSELLOR

COMMUNITY WELLNESS DEPARTMENT

Employment Status

Full-time Contract (6 Months)

Start Date

TBD

Work Location

Rate of Pay

$30-$45 per hour (dependent on experience)

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:30pm

Opening Statement

Sagamok Anishnawbek is seeking a dedicated and culturally grounded Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor to join the Community Wellness Department.

This position works primarily with adult clients experiencing substance use and addiction-related challenges, supporting individuals through all stages of recovery including treatment, detox, aftercare, and abstinence. The Counsellor also contributes to the development and delivery of treatment, prevention, and wellness programs that promote physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing across the community.

Why Join Sagamok Anishnawbek?

At Sagamok Anishnawbek, we believe our people are our greatest strength. As a growing and progressive First Nation, we are committed to building a workplace where employees are supported, collaboration is encouraged, and opportunities for professional growth are embraced. When you join our team, you become part of an organization that values innovation, teamwork, cultural identity, and the meaningful contributions of every employee.

Make a Difference: Contribute to meaningful work that strengthens our community, supports our people, and helps shape a brighter future for generations to come.

Grow Your Career: Explore opportunities to develop your skills, expand your knowledge,



and build a rewarding career within a diverse and evolving organization.

Collaborate and Innovate: Work alongside dedicated professionals and community leaders who share a commitment to continuous improvement, creative problem-solving, and achieving common goals.

Be Part of Something Bigger: Help advance community priorities while supporting Anishinaabe culture, traditions, language, and values in the work we do every day.

Work with Purpose: Find fulfilment in knowing that your efforts contribute to the well-being, success, and long-term prosperity of Sagamok Anishnawbek.

At Sagamok Anishnawbek, we are building more than an organization — we are building a stronger community and a future filled with opportunity. If you are passionate about making a difference, committed to working collaboratively, and eager to grow alongside a progressive First Nation, we invite you to explore a career with us.

- Professional Development Opportunities
- Invitation to participate in community events
- On-site parking

What You Will Be Doing

Client Support and Treatment Planning

- Provide professional, timely one-to-one counselling and addiction support services
- Conduct risk and strengths-based assessments to determine client needs
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized wellness and treatment plans with clear goals and action steps




- Support clients through discharge planning and aftercare
- Educate clients on coping strategies and healthy lifestyle practices
- Assist clients in building personal support networks
- Refer clients to specialized services when needs exceed program scope
- Monitor client progress and adapt treatment plans as required

Programs, Prevention, and Community Wellness

- Plan, facilitate, and coordinate addictions-related prevention workshops and presentations for children, youth, families, schools, and the broader community
- Develop and deliver healing and recovery programs, including culturally based activities, healing circles, and twelve-step programs
- Collaborate in organizing community events that promote individual, family, and community wellness
- Support the integration of traditional and mainstream approaches to healing and recovery

Collaboration and Administration

- Maintain team-oriented relationships with internal and external service providers
- Participate in case reviews, conferences, staff meetings, and supervision
- Maintain accurate and timely electronic client records and documentation
- Provide program data, statistics, and reports as required
- Engage in ongoing professional development and learning

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who brings:

- College or University degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related human services field
- Certificate in Addiction Counselling (ICADC) preferred, or willingness to pursue credentialing
- Certification in Drug and Alcohol Assessment Tools through the Centre for Addictions and Mental Health considered an asset
- Minimum th

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