Addiction Counsellor

FTE: 1.0 FTE
PROGRAM: Blood Tribe Iitakamotsiipiohsopi Recovery Community
REPORTING TO: Program Manager

SUMMARY OF WORK:  

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Addiction Counsellor will be an integral part of the clinical team, providing individual and group counseling to clients struggling with addiction and incorporating equine-assisted therapeutic interventions to support client wellness. The Counsellor will work collaboratively with clients to develop personalized treatment plans, facilitate therapeutic interventions, and support their recovery journey in a compassionate and empowering environment.

PROFESSIONAL & PERSONAL QUALITIES:

• Educational Background:
  • Licensed or certified addiction counsellor preferred.
  • Degree in social work, psychology, counselling psychology or any related fields.
  • Training or certification in Equine-Assisted Therapy, Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP), Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL), or a related.
• Experience Background:
  • Previous experience working in addiction treatment or mental health counselling.
  • Experience working with horses and understanding equine behavior and safety practices.
• Strong understanding of addiction and Therapeutic Communities.
• Proven experience in maintain professional boundaries.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport and build therapeutic relationships with clients.
• Empathy, compassion, and a commitment to helping individuals achieve lasting recovery.
• Excellent presentation skills and teaching skills
• Blackfoot Culture knowledge will be an asset
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic record-keeping systems. Willingness to assist in various tasks and areas around the Recovery Community.
• Adaptability in a dynamic and evolving work environment.

SALARY RANGE:

• In accordance with the Blood Tribe Department of Health Inc. Salary Grid.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Until a suitable candidate is found.

Please forward a Cover Letter, Resume, Current Criminal Record Check including vulnerable sector, Three (3) updated references, Copy of Certificates:

Blood Tribe Department of Health Inc.
C/O:  Human Resources
P.O. Box 229
STANDOFF, AB T0L 1Y0
Phone: 403-737-3888
FAX :  403-737-3985
E-mail : recruitment@btdh.ca

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.