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Addictions Counsellor I

@ Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services

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Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador

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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.

Responsabilités :

  • 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

Résumé des exigences :

  • 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

Outils et compétences

Personal vehicle
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Date publiée par l’employeur
2026-11-04
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2026-11-05
Mise à jour du dossier source
2026-11-05

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Détails du poste

NiveauIntermédiaire
DomaineProfessions paramédicales
Heures par semaine37.5
Horairejour, soir, fins de semaine
Déplacementsavion : aucun · route : modérés
Milieu de travailChez les clients, Bureau, Véhicule
PositionAssis et debout
Exigences physiquesphysique faible · ordinateur modéré
LanguesEnglish
Permis et certificationsRegistration with respective regulatory body
Permis de conduireexigé, avec véhicule
FormationBaccalauréat (exigé), Maîtrise (préféré)
Domaines d’étudesSocial Work, Clinical Psychology

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Description
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.

SalaryCGCH39 (CAD40.88 - CAD49.71 per hour)
Competition NumberVAC0030908
Posted Date2026-11-05
Closing Date2026-11-12
Demands, duties, qualificationsDuties:
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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