Role overview

Description

Position #: 9009791

Expected Start Date:August 17, 2026

Union:HSAS

Facility:Sturdy Stone Building

City/Town:Saskatoon

Department:Community Addiction Services

Type:Full-time regular

FTE:1

Shift Information:Days, Evenings

Number of Hours per Rotation:14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief:No

Float:No

Hours of Work:Standard Hours

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

Travel Required:Yes

Job Description:The main focus of this position is to provide specialized counselling, education, and support services to individuals, families and the community. The Addiction Counsellor helps clients understand and address substance abuse and related problems, including mental health issues, problem gambling, family dynamics, and lifestyle changes. The counsellor is expected to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals within the organization, and to establish and maintain partnerships with related community organizations. This is a non-supervisory position reporting to the assigned clinical supervisor and program. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"

Human Resources Exemption:No

Education

Chemical Dependency diploma

Competencies

Advanced - Verbal communication skills
Advanced - Written Communication Skills
Intermediate - Computer skills

Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team

Other Information

For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
Travel required