Recovery Counselor
We are looking for a Recovery Counselor, specializing in addiction & substance abuse, ready to make a real difference in an Indigenous community in the Far North. Join a growing team and participate in innovative programs that combine traditional knowledge and modern approaches, in an inclusive and collaborative environment where every action has a concrete impact.
Why choose this opportunity?
- Compensation: Starting at $120,000 / year
- $7.96/hour overtime bonus
- 8-week contract only possible*
- Full-time 35 hours/week
- Overtime opportunities
- 6 weeks of vacation per year
- 2 weeks off during the holiday season
- 12 personal days & sick leave
- 11 paid holidays
- Comprehensive group insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing education program
- Recently renovated 2-bedroom apartment
- Apartment is not free; there is a monthly deduction from pay*
- Laptop provided
- Private office
- Clothing and promotional items
- One charge with 3 to 4 clients at a time,
allows for personalized follow-up & Balanced
*Conditions apply
Your main responsibilities:
- Contribute to the structuring, organization, and clinical continuity of the center.
- Assist with the guest admission process.
- Prepare guest kits in anticipation of the new cycle.
- Complete the admission process with assigned guests upon arrival.
- Help clients identify problem areas, set goals, and develop follow-up plans.
- Ensure guests respect house rules, participate in the treatment program, and are aware of the consequences of non-participation.
- Assess patients' needs and abilities, and define rehabilitation goals.
- Plan and deliver individualized and group interventions.
- Provide psychosocial support and refer to appropriate resources.
- Provide support to evening and on-call patients
- Conduct field interventions, SAD
Desired Profile:
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work or Psychoeducation
- Experience in addiction & substance abuse - Required
- 2 to 5 years of experience
- Bilingualism Required
- Certificate in addiction and substance abuse - a major asset
- Member of the AEESQ order - an asset
Why apply?
Make a concrete contribution to the healing and well-being of Inuit communities by engaging in a meaningful mission where your impact will make a real difference.
* The masculine form is used solely to simplify reading. We remain fully committed to and open to all people and communities, including the Indigenous communities with whom we collaborate.