Evenings and Weekends Addictions Counsellor

3 days ago

Saskatoon, Canada The Carter House Full time

**About Us**

This center aims to provide a holistic and evidence-based approach to address the complex needs of families experiencing trauma and substance abuse disorder while focusing on delivering outcomes and recovery-based care. This facility will provide a supportive and healing environment for Individuals and families struggling with substance abuse issues. Our approach emphasizes a multi-disciplinary, person-centered, and family-focused model to address the diverse needs of those seeking recovery in Saskatchewan.

The Carter House will target women and families who:

- Must relinquish care of their children to access treatment.
- Are seeking treatment to regain custody of their children.
- Are at risk of having their children apprehended due to substance use.

**Job Overview**

**Addictions Counselor Key Responsibilities**
- Conduct thorough client assessments to evaluate the scope of addiction and overall impact on family dynamics
- Develop and regularly update individualized treatment plans that address the client’s addiction.
- Implement therapy that promotes healing, communication and healthy relationships.
- Facilitate individual, family, and group therapy sessions focused on addiction recovery, relapse prevention, family dynamics, and coping strategies.
- Provide educational workshops on addiction recovery, stress management, communication skills and parenting techniques.
- Work collaboratively with medical professionals, social workers, and other addiction specialists to ensure a holistic and integrated treatment approach.
- Provide immediate support and intervention for families and clients in crisis situations, ensuring safety and emotional stability.
- Maintain detailed accurate records of client progress and treatment sessions, adhering to confidentiality policies.
- Track outcomes and modify treatment plans as needed to reflect changes in the clients’ needs.
- Develop aftercare and relapse prevention strategies, ensuring sustainable recovery post-treatment.

**Required Qualifications**:

- Diploma or certificate in Addiction or social work, human services related field, and or combination of education and work-related experience.
- Strong knowledge of addiction, relapse prevention, and family dynamics in recovery.
- Understanding of the challenges regarding child welfare involvement in vulnerable populations.
- Sensitivity and adaptability to diverse family structures and cultural backgrounds.
- Ability to manage case files, maintain accurate records, and report on treatment outcomes.
- Experience handling crisis situations with empathy and professional judgement.

**Preferred Qualifications**
- Experience working in a family treatment center or residential treatment setting.
- Knowledge of parenting and child welfare concerns, especially in the context of addiction recovery

**Hours of Work: Evenings and Weekends**

**Expected Salary Range: $30 - $34 hourly**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $30.00-$34.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-04-03

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