Job Order Detail

Description

As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the primary goal will be to restore, maintain and enhance the recovery of people seeking help for addition and/or addiction related issues by implementing various modalities of addiction recovery programs. Responsibilities include providing informational programming as well as individual and group counselling sessions with clients. This position will be expected to assess individual and group needs of clients, implement plans to help clients reach their goals, and provide preventative education and counselling services through community outreach, which will require travel. The incumbent reports to the Manager while working under the direct supervision of the Coordinator of Mental Health and Addiction Services.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

    Mental Health & Addictions Counselling Diploma

Licenses

    Valid Class 5 driver's license

Competencies

    Basic - Leadership skills
    Basic - Communication skills
    Basic - Organizational skills

Knowledge and Abilities

    Ability to adapt to changing conditions

Other Information

    Travel may be required only when deemed necessary by the employer.
    Travel within the region and provincially
    Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
    For more information on the city of Meadow Lake please visit https://www.meadowlake.ca/