Posted 6 days ago
Addictions Counsellor Degree
@ HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Overview
Saskatchewan Health Authority is hiring a full-time temporary Addictions Counsellor (Degree) in Saskatoon, based at Royal University Hospital in the HIV Strategy department. The role delivers day-to-day addiction client services, including case management, community education and program development. The posting states field hours with days, evenings and weekends, travel required, and a pay band of $34.509 to $42.199 per hour.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver day-to-day addiction client services
- Perform clinical case management
- Provide community and program education
- Support community and program development
- Assist with evaluation of services
Requirements summary:
- Degree in addiction counselling or Bachelor of Human Services
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence
- Advanced case management skills
- Knowledge of substance abuse and addictions
- Knowledge of crisis and suicide intervention
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-04
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Addiction Counselling, Human Services |
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Position #: 205980
Expected Start Date: January 04, 2027
Union: HSAS
Facility: Royal University Hospital
City/Town: Saskatoon
Department: HIV Strategy
Type: Full-time temporary
Expected Up to Date: June 30, 2028
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Number of Hours per Rotation: 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Hours of Work: Field Hours
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Degree $34.509 to $42.199
Travel Required: Yes
Job Description: As a member of the Interdisciplinary Team and under the general direction of the Out-of-Scope Manager, the Addiction Counsellor Degree, is responsible for the day to day client service delivery (development, implementation, delivery and assists with evaluation) of Addiction Services. Performs clinical case management, community/program education and community/program development. "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
- Degree in Addiction Counseling
Licenses
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
Other Education and Training
- Bachelor of Human Services is acceptable
Competencies
- Advanced - Case management skills
Knowledge and Abilities
- Knowledge in substance abuse and addictions, including cause and effect
- Knowledge of crisis and suicide intervention and prevention programs
- Knowledge in program development and implementation
- Knowledge in individual, family, group, and crisis counselling methods
- Ability to work flexible hours
Other Information
- For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
- Travel required
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.
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Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.
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.Journal
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