Job Description

Position # 152336

Expected Start Date: August 30, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Community Services-101 15th Street East PA

City/Town: Prince Albert

Department: Addiction Services Community Clinics&Programs

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: November 30, 2026

FTE: 1

Number of Hours per Rotation: 224 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Field Hours

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

Travel Required: No

As a member of the Addiction Counselling Team and Under the general direction of the Manager of Addiction and Integrated Outreach Services and the Clinical Supervisor, the primary goal will be to restore, maintain and enhance the recovery of people seeking general services for addiction and mental health by implementing services consistent with the current Provincial Clinical Models for Mental Health and Addition Services and the philosophy, objectives and standards set by Addiction Services. Responsibilities will include providing informational programming through individual and group counseling sessions to clients in the community and office setting. This position will be expected to assess individual and group needs and implement plans to help clients reach their goals.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• experience in a mental health and addictions program required

Education

• Chemical Dependency diploma

Other Education and Training

• Completed social sciences or human services discipline acceptable to employer

Competencies

• Crisis management skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to conduct individual and group counselling/educational programs
• Ability and flexibility in adapting to changing situations and environments
• Knowledge in Mental Health and Addictions
• Knowledge in group dynamics
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability for competent case management practice
• Knowledge of motivational interviewing
• Knowledge of screening and addiction assessment tools and procedures.
• Knowledge in mental health and addictions and concurrent medical conditions
• Committed to own professional growth and development
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing workload
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Knowledge and understanding of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Knowledge of aboriginal health issues, culture and traditions

Other Information

• For more information on the city of Prince Albert please visit https://www.citypa.ca
• Valid Class 5 driver's license

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.