Rehabilitation Counsellor - Rapid Access to Addictions Medicine Clinic; RAAM

Position: Rehabilitation Counsellor - Rapid Access to Addictions Medicine Clinic (RAAM)
Location: South Interlake (MacGregor)

Rehabilitation Counsellor - Rapid Access to Addictions Medicine Clinic (RAAM)

Requisition :  398295

Position Number:  
-RC2-01

Posting End Date:  March 4, 2026

Union:  MGEU

Department/Unit:  Mental Health & Addictions

Hiring Status:  Temporary

FTE:  0.6

Employment arrangement:  In Person

Daily hours worked:  7.75

Anticipated shift:  Days

Annual base hours:  2015

Anticipated Start Date – End Date:  To be determined – 08/31/2026

Reason for Term:  Maternity Leave

Salary:  As per MGEU Prof Tech Collective Agreement

Experience

Experience working from a person-centered perspective and training.

Experience in the utilization of Motivational Interviewing techniques is essential.

Demonstrated experience and skills related to Addictions assessment, individual and group-counselling support to those affected.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

Graduate of an accredited post‑secondary education in Health‑Related Social Sciences (e.g. BSW, BScMH, OT, MACP, BScPN, BN, RPN). Other relevant four (4) year educational programs may be considered.

Diploma in Applied Counseling with a minimum of two (2) years supervised addictions counselling experience is considered an asset.

Certificate in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST) or equivalent.

Enrollment and/or completion of the Applied Counselling Certificate Program:
Specialization in Addictions or its equivalent considered an asset.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Active license and registration to practice as required by professional association and provincial Legislation.

Qualifications and Skills

Excellent organizational, interpersonal and oral communication, and documentation skills.

Knowledge of the mental health system, mental health disorders, and demonstrated ability to work within complex systems are required.

Demonstrates knowledge and skill related to individual and group counselling services to youth/adults whose primary concerns are addictions, mental health and co‑occurring disorders.

Demonstrated understanding of Substance Use, Abuse and Dependency.

Demonstrated knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.

Demonstrates skill and knowledge related to Motivational Interviewing techniques and coaching skills, CBT and DBT.

Demonstrated ability to conduct bio‑psychosocial assessments and collaborate with clients to design person‑centered, strength‑based treatment plans that reflect evidence‑based practices and clinical skill.

Demonstrated experience in planning, preparing, and presenting educational material.

Ability to communicate respectfully and positively with clients and staff and presents self in an approachable and friendly manner.

Demonstrates a genuine enthusiasm for person‑centered care and demonstrates empathy and compassion.

Exhibits the ability to respond to client requests and crises in a responsible, timely, and flexible manner.

Ability to match treatment services to client’s unique circumstances.
Demonstrated ability to maintain current and accurate confidential records of client files.

Demonstrates the ability to balance the needs of clients, other staff persons, those of the organization as well a strong commitment to self‑care.

Demonstrates enthusiasm for ongoing professional development activities, and engages in reciprocal learning experiences with colleagues and supervisors.

Demonstrates active listening abilities, is coachable and responds positively to supervision.

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.

Ability to respect and provide cultural safe care to a culturally diverse population is required.

Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.

Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.

Good work and attendance record.

Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all‑purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.

Physical Requirements

Demonstrated ability to meet the…