Addictions Counsellor Diploma

Human Resources Exemption: No
Education

• Chemical Dependency diploma

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Completed social sciences or human services discipline acceptable to employer

Competencies

• Writing skills
• Computer skills
• Communication skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of the Mental Health Services Act
• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Client-centered screening, assessment and recovery planning with adults/families
• Knowledge of community programs/services
• Knowledge of substance abuse/ addictions issues and mental health issues
• Knowledge in principles for Alcohol and Drug Misuse Services for Saskatchewan
• Ability to work and communicate in a cross cultural setting
• Knowledge of MHAS and SHA philosophy and objectives
• Knowledge of addictions and integrated human service delivery services
• Knowledge of motivational interviewing
• Ability to be self-directed, creative, collaborative and to have sound judgement
• Knowledge in Transtheoretical model of change

Other Information

• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
• Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement