Winnipeg Regional Health Authority·Winnipeg, Manitoba
The incumbent will provide intake, assessment, and counselling services for individuals, couples, and families affected by addiction and substance use. They are responsible for developing treatment plans, facilitating educational sessions, and managing cases within a client-centred framework.
Unit: In House Program Job Stream: Clinical Union: MAHCP
ASAP FTE: Casual Anticipated Shift: Days;Evenings;Weekends Work Arrangement: In Person Daily Hours Worked: 7.25 Annual Base Hours: 1885 Salary: $44.294, $46.305, $48.407, $50.605, $52.900, $54.487 Grow your career in the Winnipeg Health Region! Our team provides a spectrum of health care services through an integrated network of sites, services and organizations. We’re united by a shared commitment to excellent and equitable health care. Position Overview Reporting to the Program Supervisor, the incumbent will conduct treatment services (for identified individual, couples or family). The position requires a commitment to a client-centred philosophy and approach to the development, provision, and support of Winnipeg Regional Health Authority programs and services. The focus is to provide intake and assessment, counselling, referrals, case management, educational sessions, development of treatment plans and continuing care services for concerns related to the effects of addiction, alcohol and drug use.Experience
Demonstrated knowledge and skills related to assessment and counselling.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication and documentation skills.
Knowledge of the addictions and mental health fields and demonstrated ability to work within a complex system of services are required.
Experience working from a client-centred perspective is essential.
Training and /or experience in the utilization of Motivational Interviewing techniques and experience in developing, planning, preparing and facilitating educational material and services and experience in organizing community activities are required.
Effective communication and problem-solving skills are required.
Strong collaborative consultation skills and the ability to lead and train positively in a team environment are necessary.
The ability to utilize current software, especially Word, PowerPoint and Publisher, and learn new technology for effective delivery of services is necessary.
An understanding of, and sensitivity to, working with culturally diverse populations is essential.Fluency in English (ability to communicate in French and Indigenous languages including Ojibway and Cree is preferred).
Proficiency in an Indigenous Language and/or knowledge of Indigenous customs, traditions, and values is preferred.
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
A Bachelor’s degree in the Social Sciences from an accredited education institution with related field with a minimum of one-year supervised counselling experience (or volunteer experience); or A Diploma in Applied Counselling (from an accredited education institution) with a minimum of two years supervised counselling experience (or volunteer experience). Working in the addictions field an asset. Certification/Licensure/Registration
Active membership in good standing of an associated regulatory body as applicable. Qualifications and Skills
Ability to communicate respectfully and positively with clients and staff and presents self in an approachable and friendly manner.
Demonstrates a genuine enthusiasm for client-centred care and demonstrates empathy and compassion.
Exhibits the ability to respond to client requests and crises in a responsible, timely and flexible manner.
Demonstrates the ability to balance the needs of clients, other staff persons and those of the organization.
Demonstrates enthusiasm for ongoing professional development activities and engages in reciprocal learning experiences with colleagues and Directors.
Recognizes the importance of regular supervision meetings.
Demonstrates active listening abilities, is coachable and responds positively to supervision.
Works collaboratively in the context of a provincial organization, with numerous colleagues, to ensure a consistent approach.
Demonstrates a strong commitment to personal and professional ethics, integrity and responsibility.
Ability to manage one’s own emotions and strong feelings; maintain a calm and tactful composure under a broad range of challenging circumstances; think clearly and stay focused under pressure.
Physical Requirements
May be required to work safely in a typical computerized office environment with frequent meetings. May be required to travel throughout the service area requiring a valid Manitoba driver’s license and use of a personal motor vehicle. Some evening and weekend work may be required.
This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.
A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.
Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions across the WRHA legal entity that combine to equal more than 1.0 EFT.
The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Golden West Centennial Lodge, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic, Prairie Crocus Manor, River Park Gardens, Victoria General Hospital, WRHA corporate programs, and WRHA community health services.
Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.
Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities.
Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.
Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences with at least one year of supervised counselling experience or a Diploma in Applied Counselling with two years of experience. Proficiency in addictions counselling, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a complex healthcare system are required.
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.