Permanent Full Time Addictions Counsellor

Addiction Counsellor
Ministry:Children and Family Services
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Rehabilitation 3 (064RB)
Salary: $2827.96 to $3582.86 bi-weekly ($73809 to $93512 / year)
The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion please visit: Ministry of Children and Family Services works to foster a society in which families are safe and resilient individuals have sustainable employment vulnerable Albertans have the supports they require and no one is left behind. Children and Family Services mission is to assist Albertans in creating the conditions for safe and supportive homes communities and workplaces so they have opportunities to realize their full potential. Its core business is to work collaboratively with community partners to deliver citizen-centered programs and services that improve quality of life for Albertans. The Addictions Counsellor is part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team that includes medical professionals clinicians and front-line (and supervisors) child and youth care addition to these team members being an important avenue to problem solve the program supervisor is available for consultation on complex issues/ concerns raised.
Deliver Comprehensive Youth Addiction Services : Provide youth-centered recovery-based and culturally appropriate care including assessment
treatment planning case management crisis intervention education referrals and direct addiction-related consultations.

each youths needs strengths and cultural background incorporating evidence-based practices and trauma-informed approaches.

Foster Collaborative Team-Based Care : Actively engage with medical professionals clinicians child and youth care workers families and community
Promote Long-Term Recovery and Well-Being : Support youth in their recovery journey by promoting informed decision-making enhancing quality of
life and integrating Indigenous cultural practices and community resources into treatment and education strategies.
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. applies knowledge of current issues risks and opportunities as well as the political environment into leadership plans and decisions while also responding to more immediate program and client needs; Creative Problem Solving : Proactively identifies and engages the right stakeholders to resolve issues to mitigate their escalation; consult negotiate and resolve conflict with stakeholders and senior Government and Ministry representatives with varying perspectives expectations requirements and priorities.
Creates opportunities for improvement in program and policy processes; proactively shifts strategic focus and leads staff through shifts in organizational priorities; Focuses operational program and service delivery decisions to align with broader regional and provincial goals and strategies as well as legislation and policy.
Feeds maintains and grows networks to facilitate program and service delivery and achieve broader CI strategic priorities; Directly related two-year diploma or a degree related to the position assignment (Addictions or Social Work) and four years of related experience.
Children and Family Services is committed to delivering culturally appropriate services to Indigenous populations and we encourage applications from Indigenous candidates.
Registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW) is required for all social work graduates.
You must have a Valid Class 5 Drivers License
Assets:

Significant knowledge supplemented by experience is required of theoretical models specialized techniques and practical and theoretical procedures
related to assessment intervention dispute resolution family violence and court processes/procedures is an asset
Current Certification in First Aid with CPR and Suicide Intervention
Experience working with Indigenous Populations
Experience working with youth aged 12-17
Refer to Alberta Public Service minimum recruitment standards
This is a multiple permanent positions and multiple locations.
Virtual multi-panel interview
Academic credential check
Professional and/or academic reference checks
Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector
Alberta College of Social Workers Registration (if applicable)
Current 5 Year Commercial Driver Abstract
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate.

In your resume please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience.
Candidates will require a clear Intervention Record Check to be considered for the role (if not currently in the Child Intervention Delivery Services
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