Job Description

ADDICTIONS COUNSELLOR

Full Time (Permanent)

Monday to Friday - 7 hours/day

Wabasca, Alberta

Bigstone Health Commission is seeking an experienced Addictions Counsellor to join our talented health team serving Bigstone communities within Wabasca, Calling Lake, and Chipewyan Lake. This is a rewarding opportunity if you have a passion for helping people, an appreciation for Indigenous culture, a desire for continuing professional development and enjoy the support and collaboration from our multidisciplinary team and various other professionals and agencies.

Must also be familiar with the development and educational, emotional, social, and recreational needs of young people as well as the family systems.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The main duties of this position will be Prevention, Intervention, Pre-Treatment, Treatment, Relapse Prevention/Follow-up, and Post Treatment counselling Utilize existing resources for development of culturally relevant presentations with youth and adults Responsible for doing month end reports, calendars, monthly newsletter, and annual reports Provide information about Addictions and Mental Health issues, available services, and programs, and make appropriate referrals where necessary Review, evaluate and document client's progress Provide after-care and follow-up as appropriate Develop public education therapy groups and health promotion programs as required Work with organizations, institutions, and communities to develop, implement, and evaluate health and wellness programs

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills Must be prepared to work irregular hours depending on job demands Must be reliable and consistent Ability to understand and speak the Cree Language would be an asset Must have the ability to work in a team environment with children, youth, family, and other professionals Must maintain a healthy lifestyle Willing to travel within Bigstone Cree Nation geographical locations Willing to take training as required

Education and Experience:

Post-secondary education (Certificate, Diploma or Bachelor's) in Addictions Counselling, or related Human Services Field 2 years' work-related experience working with youth and adults Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, Mental Health First Aid, Standard First Aid courses Must have a valid class 5, however a class 4 would be considered an asset

Benefits:

Competitive Salary Paid Vacation & Sick Time Employer Matching Registered Pension Plan Extended Health, Dental and Vision Plan

Salary is dependent on qualifications.

Please forward your Cover Letter, Resume (including 3 work related references), Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check & Child & Youth Intervention Check (should be current within the last 6 months) to the:

Human Resources Department

PO Box 1020 Wabasca, Alberta T0G 2K0

Fax: 780-891-2623 | Email: bhcresumes@bigstonehealth.ca

CLOSING DATE:

Until a Suitable Candidate is Found.

POSTED:

September 16, 2025

Applicants are thanked in advance for their interest in our organization, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.*

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $34.41 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off Vision care Wellness program
Work Location: In person