HealthCareersInSask.ca·Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
The successful applicant will provide recovery services to individuals affected by substance abuse and their families. Responsibilities include conducting screenings, assessments, individual and group counseling, and managing case files within a team environment.
Position #: 114568
Expected Start Date: May 25, 2026
Union: HSAS
Facility: Calder Centre
City/Town: Saskatoon
Department: Addiction Serv Res Care Unit&Trtmt Facil-Calder Centre
Type: Full-time temporary
Expected Up to Date: December 31, 2026
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Nights, Weekends
Hours of Work: shifts of 299 hours per 8 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Field Hours: No
Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Diploma $29.584 to $36.176
Travel Required: No
As a successful applicant, you will be responsible to provide recovery services to persons affected by substance abuse and family members. This will include screening and on-going assessment activities, individual and group counseling, case and file management and community resource involvement. You will be working within a team environment. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"
Saskatchewan Health Authority (Saskatoon) relies on Section 56 of the Saskatchewan Human Rights Code to give preference in employment to female applicants for this position.
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.
certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.
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Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.
Applicants must possess a Chemical Dependency diploma and the ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates are also required to provide a valid Criminal Record Check including a vulnerable sector search.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Saskatchewan are often shaped by steady demand across community and facility settings, especially for candidates with mental health experience and current provincial registration. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for specialized education, BCLS certification, a valid Class 5 driver’s license, and a strong work history in mental health. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your registration status and driver’s license details before applying.