Description
Battlefords Treatment Centre
Full-Time | Residential Treatment Setting
Battlefords Treatment Centre is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Addictions Counsellor to support individuals on their recovery journey. This role works directly with clients admitted to the treatment centre, helping them make positive life changes through structured programming, counselling, and culturally grounded care.
About the Role
The Addictions Counsellor provides direct client support within a residential addictions treatment environment. This position is responsible for facilitating treatment programming, supporting group and individual counselling, maintaining accurate documentation, and responding to client needs in a professional, ethical, and trauma-informed manner.
Key Responsibilities
Program & Clinical Support
- Develop and implement individualized client treatment plans following admission
- Provide primary counselling support to assigned client groups
- Facilitate group programming and encourage client participation in all activities
- Manage group dynamics and support positive client engagement
- Identify at-risk clients, respond to crisis situations, and complete risk assessments
- Maintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date client files
Operational Duties
- Complete daily documentation, progress notes, incident reports, and discharge summaries
- Dispense and document medications when required, in accordance with policy
- Conduct client room checks and support client orientation and intake
- Participate in team meetings, supervision, training, and accreditation processes
- Support daily operations, including scheduled supervision of client activities
Client Support
- Provide one-to-one counselling based on client needs and urgency
- Encourage growth in spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical well-being
- Support culturally grounded treatment approaches and practices
- Maintain clear professional boundaries and ethical conduct at all times
- Motivate and engage clients through respectful, strengths-based interactions
Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in addictions counselling, social work, or a related field
- Professional certification or registration (ICADC, CCAC, RSW, or equivalent preferred)
- Experience working with individuals affected by substance use
- Strong communication, documentation, and crisis-response skills
- Commitment to ethical practice, teamwork, and continuous learning
Why Work With Us
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals in recovery
- Work within a supportive, mission-driven treatment environment
- Be part of a team committed to healing, accountability, and wellness
How to Apply
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their resume to:
info@battlefordstxcentre.ca