RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Offer ongoing support and referrals, connect clients and families to community

resources, and advocate for awareness and reduced stigma.

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and other agencies to support holistic recovery

and wellbeing in a community context.

• Conduct thorough initial assessments, including case histories, to understand clients'

specific addiction challenges, strengths, and potential for change.

• Develop and implement customized, evidence-based treatment plans for individuals and

families, integrating trauma-informed and culturally appropriate approaches.

• Provide individual and group therapy, lead skill-building and prevention programs, and

facilitate crisis intervention services.

• Refer clients and families to a wide range of community resources, including housing,

employment, medical, financial, and legal assistance, and other social services.

• Foster community awareness, reduce stigma surrounding addiction, and collaborate with

local agencies, healthcare providers, and community groups.

• Monitor client progress, evaluate the effectiveness of interventions, and provide

aftercare support and follow-up.

• Serve as an advocate for quality care and provide education end consultation on

addiction issues to professionals and the public.

• Prepare accurate and timely reports, including progress notes, assessment summaries,

and discharge summaries.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

➔ Diploma/Degree in Addictions Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field.

➔ Experience working with vulnerable populations, trauma-informed care, and individuals

with substance use disorders is essential.

➔ Strong ability to build relationships and work effectively with diverse community partners

and within multi-disciplinary teams.

➔ Excellent verbal and written communication skills using computer programs for report

writing and client management.

➔ Knowledge of indigenous cultural supports and healing traditions.

Required Documentation:

➔ Copy of Valid Driver's License

➔ Updated Resume with 3 references

**ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE SCREENED AND MUST CONTAIN THE ABOVE

INFORMATION OR WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW.••

Please submit the required documentation to:

SAMSON CREE NATION PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT

Phone number: 780-585-3793

Email: personnel.179@gmail.com

Deadline for Applications:

October 23, 2025