
Athabasca Health Authority
CERTIFIED ADDICTIONS WORKER
FOR FOND DU LAC, SK
APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE POSITION OF A FULL TIME ADDICTIONS WORKER IN BLACK LAKE, SK FOR THE ATHABASCA HEALTH AUTHORITY.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
· To implement a range of activities at preventing and/or reducing the incidence of alcohol and drug abuse in the community.
· To provide early identification and intervention services for individuals abusing alcohol and drugs.
· To provide referral services to individuals in need of residential treatment.
· To provide aftercare services to individuals returning from residential treatment. Helping the clients re-enter the home community, encouraging involvement with the center’s programs, and regular follow-up counseling contacts.
· Monitor clients’ behaviour and progress, conducting client-counseling sessions.
· Prepare and present lectures, group therapy sessions, life skills activities, and special events.
· Counsel individuals, groups and families experiencing alcohol and drug abuse utilizing a variety of methods.
· Promote sobriety within the community, in support of community interagency wellness team.
QUALIFICATIONS:
· A Certificate in Community Addictions from a recognized program.
· Computer skills.
· At least one-year sobriety.
· Effective interpersonal communication skills.
· Self-motivated/self-directed.
· A strong commitment to health prevention, promotion and community development.
· Ability to speak Dene a strong asset.
Individuals interested in applying for this position should forward their resume and a cover letter with (3) references – (1) must be from your current / most recent employer and, original copies of a current Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search.
Human Resources
Athabasca Health Authority
P.O. Box 124
Black Lake, SK S0J 0H0
Ph: 306-439-2200
Fax: 306-439-4825
Deadline is: Friday, August 14, 2020 @ 4:00pm
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company Pension
- Dental Care
- Employee Assistance Program
- Extended Health Care
- Life Insurance
- Vision Care
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