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Addiction Counsellor

2 months ago

Edmonton, Canada Government of Alberta Full time

Job Information
Job Title: Addiction Counsellor
Job Requisition ID: 61209
Ministry: Children and Family Services

Department: Provincial Campus Based Care
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 38.75 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: September 17, 2024
Classification: Rehabilitation 3
Salary: $2,665.62 to $3,328.30 Bi-Weekly [$69,572.68 to $86,868.63 Annually]

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported.

The Ministry of Children and Family Services works to foster a society in which families are safe and resilient, individuals have sustainable employment, and vulnerable Albertans have the supports they require. Its core business is to work collaboratively with community partners to deliver citizen-centered programs and services that improve quality of life for Albertans.

The Addictions Counsellor is responsible for working with youth to support their unique needs and develop plans to help them make informed life decisions and recovery plans. The Addictions Counsellor must be familiar with community resources and programs available to support the unique needs of the youth.

The Addictions Counsellor is part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team that includes medical professionals, clinicians, and child and youth care professionals. The incumbent will work as part of this team to develop a youth's individual treatment plan and provide quality, youth-focused, recovery-based, and culturally appropriate assessment, treatment, case management, crisis intervention, education, and referral services for youth and their families.

Main responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Reduce stress and welcome new youth.
  • Motor skill games and life skills teaching with youth.
  • Support youth during case conferences, family visits, case worker visits, and therapy.
  • Assist with relationship building of staff with clients.

Minimum Qualifications:
Directly related two-year diploma or a degree related to the position assignment and four years of related experience.

  • Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment.
  • Ability to travel and balance home and work demands.
  • Demonstrates fiscal responsibility when on travel status.

Equivalencies would be considered.

Edmonton Region, Children Services is committed to delivering culturally appropriate services to Indigenous populations, and we encourage applications from Indigenous candidates.

Pre-Employment Requirements:
As part of the application process, final candidates will be required to complete and satisfactorily qualify on:

  • Academic credential check,
  • Professional and/or academic reference checks,
  • Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector,
  • Intervention Record Check,
  • Alberta College of Social Workers Registration (if applicable),
  • Provide a Current 5 Year Commercial Driver Abstract.

Application Requirements:

  • In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience.
  • Complete all pre-screening questions.
  • Candidates will require a clear Intervention Record Check to be considered for the role.
  • Please be advised that your current supervisor and manager will be contacted as references.

Role Requirements:
Class 5 driver’s license is required.

Closing Statement:
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level. We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Dana Polutnik at dana.polutnik@gov.ab.ca

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