Addictions Counselor III
- Classification: Addictions Counselor III
- Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program: Opioid Dependency Program
- Primary Location: Sheldon M Chumir Health Centre
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 03-APR-2024
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- Date Available: 06-MAY-2024
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $37.62
- Maximum Salary: $48.56
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Bachelor's degree in Addictions or a combination of a bachelor's degree in a related field with course work in addictions. A related degree combined with a diploma related to addictions, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Individuals eligible for registration under the Health Professions Act (Alberta) must maintain active registration. Individuals may require authorization/permission under regulation to perform restricted psychosocial interventions and/or restricted activities.
Additional Required Qualifications:BLS-C (Basic Rescuer) required or available for immediate training. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention required or available for immediate training. Minimum 3-5 years current clinical experience working with individuals who have mental health and addictions concerns. Outpatient/community experience. Experience developing and facilitating groups.
Preferred Qualifications:Mindfulness about cultural and gender diversity and positive regard towards clients. Experience with multi-cultural recovery pathways. Knowledge of an Indigenous language & culture. Knowledge of systemic issues such as poverty and stigma. Experience with Connect Care. Knowledge of Mental Health Services Protection Act and Narcotic Transition Services regulations.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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