Posted 5 days ago
Addictions Counsellor I
@ Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
Newfoundland and Labrador
Overview
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is hiring a full-time Addictions Counsellor I for its Western Zone FACT (Flexible Assertive Community Treatment) team in Corner Brook and Bay of Islands. The role provides intensive mobile assessment, recovery planning and substance use support to people with severe and persistent mental illness, including after-hours support. The posting requires rotating shifts across days, evenings and weekends, a valid driver's licence with a personal vehicle, and registration eligibility with a regulatory body.
Responsibilities:
- Assess clients and develop recovery plans with the FACT team
- Educate and engage clients on managing substance use risks
- Link clients to substance use treatment services
- Advocate for clients and provide after-hours support
- Consult with local service providers and community agencies
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor of Social Work or graduate degree in a clinical discipline required
- Experience in addictions or mental health settings required
- Eligibility for registration with a regulatory body required
- Valid driver's licence and personal vehicle required
- Master's in Social Work preferred
- Strong communication and multidisciplinary teamwork skills
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Source and dates
Source type not verified · nlhs
- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Client sites, Office, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Registration with respective regulatory body |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Social Work, Clinical Psychology |
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Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | St. John's |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 993 |
| Zone: Western Zone Location: MONHALL - Monaghan Hall Addictions Counsellor I Western Zone - HCS ACTreatment Team Permanent Full-time NAPE HP 85000POS |
|---|
| Hours | 75 (12 hours, 8 hours, Rotating, Shift Work; Days, Evenings, On-Call, Standby, Weekends) 0830-1630, 0830-2030 and 1200-2000 Hours, Monday to Sunday; Flexible work hours required. |
| Salary | CGCH39 (CAD40.88 - CAD49.71 per hour) |
| Competition Number | VAC0030908 |
| Posted Date | 2026-11-05 |
| Closing Date | 2026-11-12 |
| Demands, duties, qualifications | Duties: The Addictions Counsellor is an integral member of the Flexible Assertive Community Treatment Team (FACT) that provides intensive mobile services to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and concurrent related complexities of mental health issues/disorders. With team members and the client, this position is responsible for providing comprehensive client assessments and support to individuals in establishing personal recovery plans as well as short and long-term goals. The incumbent will educate and engage clients to manage risk factors associated with substance use, link clients with substance use treatment services, advocate on behalf of clients, and provide after-hours support in conjunction with the FACT team. The successful applicant will consult and work in partnership with local service providers and community agencies in the provision of service to clients of the FACT team. This work is performed independently with strong links to community stakeholders and other staff within the FACT team. While the primary function of this position is to support operations of the FACT Team in Corner Brook and Bay of Islands, the Addictions Counsellor I may be involved in assessment, treatment, follow up and support of individuals with mental health and addictions needs throughout various mental health and addictions programs and services. Required Qualifications: Candidates must demonstrate proven ability in the areas of assessment, crisis intervention, treatment plan development, problem-solving, follow-up, and community development. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team environment in the community. The required knowledge and abilities for the Addictions Counsellor I position are typically acquired through progressively responsible experience in individual, group, and family counseling in the fields of addictions and mental health. A Master's Degree in Social Work is preferred. A Bachelor of Social Work, a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology, or a Graduate Degree in a clinical discipline, along with experience in addictions or mental health setting, is required. Candidates must be eligible for registration with their respective regulatory body. The use of a personal vehicle and a valid driver's license is a condition of employment. A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required. |
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