Addictions Counsellor

Ochapowace Nation

Location Whitewood, SK

Salary 56,825.6 to 64,792 annually (To be negotiated) / 80 hours bi-weekly

Full time

Starts as soon as possible

Languages English

Education College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years or equivalent experience

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

Work must be completed at the physical Location . There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

Remote Location

Rural area

Willing to relocate

Rehabilitation centre and special health institution

Responsibilities:

Consult with other health care professionals to evaluate treatment plans

Evaluate the effectiveness of counselling and the patient’s outcomes

Examine the behaviour

Interview clients, prepare case histories and assess problems

Interview patients

Record observations

Review reports from health care professionals to determine patients’ current and potential functioning levels

Write progress reports

Prepare a treatment plan for each patient

Provide education to clients regarding health promotion and injury prevention, management and treatment

Provide therapy

Counsel individuals and groups to achieve more effective personal, social and vocational development and adjustment

Implement treatment plans

Analyze the patient during the treatments

Apply psychological theory and principles regarding behaviour and mental processes

Develop and implement counselling and intervention programs to assist clients in determining goals and means of attaining them

Counsel clients, provide therapy and mediation services, and facilitate group sessions

Maintain accurate records

Initiate, design and implement specialized therapy programs

Interpret test results

Help clients manage physical illness and disorders

Identify additional/alternative services and provide referrals

Liaise with community agencies or partners, and identify additional or alternative services and provide referrals

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Additional information

Security and safety

Criminal record check

Vulnerable sector check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environment

Work under pressure

Attention to detail

Personal suitability

Accurate

Client focus

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Judgement

Values and ethics

Flexibility

Interpersonal awareness

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Until: 2025-11-24

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

Email: staffing.hr@ochapowace.ca