HealthCareersInSask.ca·Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
The incumbent will provide outreach services, conduct personal needs assessments for youth and their families, and facilitate recovery through referrals and advocacy. They will work in partnership with internal and external programs to provide ethical, client-centered support within the Mental Health and Addiction Services department.
Position #: 181622
Expected Start Date: September 07, 2026
Union: HSAS
Facility: Nurses Alumni Wing
City/Town: Saskatoon
Mental Health Community Clinics&Programs - Youth Community Counselling
Type: Full-time regular
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days
Number of Hours per Rotation: shifts of 224 hours per 6 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Hours of Work: Field Hours
Pay Band Addictions Counsellor - Diploma $29.584 to $36.176
Travel Required: Yes
The Addictions Counsellor Diploma will be accountable for providing outreach services in partnership with other programs in Mental Health and Addiction Services, Saskatoon, and others that are external, such as schools, youth secure detox, and crisis intervention. The incumbent will develop a personal needs assessment in consultation with the youth and their families, and facilitate the recovery process by referring, supporting, and advocating for the appropriate services. The incumbent will meet the needs of the client in and empathic and ethical manner consistent with Saskatchewan Health Authority philosophies and standards. This position is part of the Youth Mental Health & Addiction Services department and is located out of the NAW Building. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"
Human Resources Exemption: No
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.
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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.
Candidates must possess a Chemical Dependency diploma and at least one year of clinically supervised counseling experience. A valid Class 5 driver's license is required, along with the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary, cross-cultural environment.
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.