Addictions Counsellor Diploma

Position #: 9009791
Expected Start Date: August 17, 2026
Union: HSAS
Facility: Sturdy Stone Building
City/Town: Saskatoon
Department: Community Addiction Services
Type: Full-time regular
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days, Evenings
Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Hours of Work: Standard Hours
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Diploma $29.584 to $36.176
Travel Required: Yes
Job Description: The main focus of this position is to provide specialized counselling, education, and support services to individuals, families and the community. The Addiction Counsellor helps clients understand and address substance abuse and related problems, including mental health issues, problem gambling, family dynamics, and lifestyle changes. The counsellor is expected to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals within the organization, and to establish and maintain partnerships with related community organizations. This is a non-supervisory position reporting to the assigned clinical supervisor and program. "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

• Chemical Dependency diploma

Competencies

• Advanced - Verbal communication skills
• Advanced - Written Communication Skills
• Intermediate - Computer skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team

Other Information

• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
• Travel required