Addictions Counsellor Degree

Job Category Mental Health and Addiction Services Posting Date 01/09/2026, 06:00 AM Locations Don Ross Centre Apply Before 01/17/2026, 06:00 AM Job Schedule Full time Job Description Position #: Expected Start Date: February 10, 2026 Union: HSAS Facility: Don Ross Centre City/Town: North Battleford Department: Addictions Services - Corrections & Public Safety Type: Full-time regular FTE: 1 Hours of Work: 225 hrs per 6 week rotation Relief: No Float: No Field Hours: Yes Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Degree $34.509 to $42.199 Travel Required: Yes Job Description: This position performs intake interviews and crisis intervention procedures, as well as a broad range of addictions and mental health counselling, treatment and education. Clients include youth who are addicted or abusing substances and may be aggressive, depressed, anxious and/or withdrawn, who may live in dysfunctional families and communities and who may be suicidal, traumatized, criminally offending and suffering from significant developmental disabilities. Public education and other primary prevention activities are required as well as a range of integrated case‑management services and consults with other organizations and agencies. Within the general mandate parameters and under the general direction and supervision of the program manager, the position independently makes decisions around assessment procedures, intervention strategies, exercising clinical judgment and sound ethical decision making. 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 Bachelor of Chemical Dependency Licenses Valid Class 5 driver's license Other Education and Training Bachelor Degree acceptable to the employer Knowledge and Abilities Ability to adapt to changing conditions Knowledge in addictions specific twelve core functions Knowledge in applying a cognitive-behavioral or other major modes of therapy Knowledge in treatment modalities for children, youth and their families Other Information For more information on the city of North Battleford please visit About Us 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. Additional Information Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone. We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce. We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr