Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs·Winnipeg, Manitoba
The counsellor will provide holistic, culturally appropriate support to clients dealing with mental health and addiction issues, including individual and group counseling. They are also responsible for maintaining treatment records, facilitating educational workshops, and coordinating referrals to community resources.
Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor- Competition 2026-075 FNCP/JP - EUTC Full-Time Term (2) Positions Available
Under the direction of the Director of Service Delivery, EUTC, the Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor will assist clients in identifying, understanding, and overcoming personal, social, economic and physical issues, relating to mental health and addictions.
Key Responsibilities The Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor will perform the following duties: Provide counseling as a supportive resource to clients who are experiencing mental health and addiction issues, relating to the Indian Day School.
Provide holistic and culturally appropriate support which incorporates both traditional and contemporary methods involving the four aspects of the individual: physical, emotional, mental and spiritual.
Increase client access to resources and provide appropriate referrals to service providers in the areas of housing, health, addictions, income security, treatment, education, employment, First Nations bands, and child and family services.
Prepare and maintain the required treatment records and reports.
Facilitate informational and educational workshops relating to mental health and addictions to clients and/or groups, Counsel clients individually and in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life and to assist in making positive changes in their lives.
Communication skills required to write support letters and other documents to advocate for clients.
Provide liaison with community agencies.
Identifies client needs for services and makes appropriate referrals, or develops alternate strategies for client support, education and follow-up care.
Maintain confidentiality of records relating to client treatment, knowledge of the PHIA procedure.
Act as advocate in coordinating required services or to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations Provide monthly reports on activities and clients seen and assisted, through a Excel spreadsheet report.
Other duties as may be assigned.
Interested applicants are invited to submit their cover letter identifying the position title and quote competition number applying for, qualifications, and resume, along with 3 professional reference listings (include a most recent employer reference) to:
Human Resources Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs 14th Floor, 275 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2B3
Quote Competition # 2026-075 in your application.
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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted.
Preference will be given to First Nations people. If successful, applicants will be asked to provide verification of citizenship documentation issued by a First Nation or government-issued documentation or affirmation from Inuit, Métis, or non-status Indigenous community with which they identify. Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.
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Candidates must hold at least an undergraduate degree in social services, mental health, or a related field and possess relevant work experience. Knowledge of First Nation culture, history, and social issues is required, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and a valid driver's license.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Manitoba often draw steady interest because employers look for licensed professionals who can support adults with complex needs in clinical, community, and outreach settings. Competition is usually strongest for candidates who already hold an active license, ASIST certification, and supervised counselling experience, since those credentials can narrow the applicant pool. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm fit, then tailor your application to highlight adult counselling experience and current credentials.
