Alberta Peer support workers Jobs – 62 Openings This Week

Certified Counsellor
Kapown Rehabilitation Centre —Grande Prairie, AB
- $24–$30 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
- Flexible schedule
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Community Support Worker
Bea Fisher —Lloydminster, AB
- From $17.86 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
- Mileage reimbursement
- Disability insurance
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Case Manager (Hubs) - Full Time
TRELLIS SOCIETY FOR COMMUNITY IMPACT —Calgary, AB
- Weekends as needed
- Experience working with children
- Social Work
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Recovery Coach
Alpha House —Calgary, AB
- $24.95 an hour
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
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Part-time Critical Mentor(s)
Crystal Kids Youth Centre —Edmonton, AB
- $18–$20 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
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Youth Support Worker
Youth Unlimited Edmonton —Edmonton, AB
- From $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Time management
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Counsellor - Student Wellness Services
The University of Calgary —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Psychology
- Social Work
Full Time Critical Mentor(s)
Crystal Kids Youth Centre —Edmonton, AB
- $19–$21 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
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Health Care Aide
The Good Samaritan Society —Mountain House, AB
- $20.77–$26.03 an hour
- Temporary
- Writing skills
- English
- High school diploma or GED
Boys Critical Mentor
Crystal Kids Youth Centre —Edmonton, AB
- $19–$21 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- First Aid Certification
- Social Work
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Community Wellness Coordinator
MNA —Edmonton, AB
- Weekends as needed
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Paid time off
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Social Worker (SW-RV24-001) - Bethany Riverview
Bethany Care Society —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- English
- Bachelor's
Disability Support Worker
Bea Fisher —Lloydminster, AB
- From $17.86 an hour
- Full-time
- Medication administration
- No experience needed
- English
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Foster Parents - Calgary & Area
McMan —Calgary, AB
- $43–$56 a day
- On call
- Remote
Youth & Family Counsellor I / II - Bowness Casuals
Wood's Homes —Calgary, AB
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
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Social Worker (SW-CS24-003) - Bethany Collegeside
Bethany Care Society —Red Deer, AB
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- English
- Bachelor's
Therapeutic Foster Parents - Calgary & Area
McMan —Calgary, AB
- From $110 a day
- On call
- Remote
- Communication skills
Safety & Stabilization Team Lead (Part-Time)
Youth Empowerment & Support Services —Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
- No university degree
- Social Work
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Early Years Coordinator
MNA —Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Paid time off
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Registered Provisional Psychologist, Registered Social Worker or Canadian Certified Counsellor
ShiftGrit Psychology & Counselling —Calgary, AB
- $110–$115 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Master's degree
- Psychology
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Disability Service Worker, Full-Time
Taproot Community Support Services —Westlock, AB
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Medication administration
- High school diploma or GED
- Profit sharing
- Employee assistance program
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Licensed counsellor
Upfront Counseling Solutions —Medicine Hat, AB
- $50–$80 an hour
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Experience working with children
- Psychology
- Flexible schedule
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Psychiatrist
WELL Health Technologies Corp —High River, AB
- $250,000–$400,000 a year
- Full-time
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Certified Counsellor

Kapown Rehabilitation Centre
Grande Prairie, AB

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Job details

Full-time

Benefits

RRSP match
Flexible schedule
On-site parking

Skills

CPR Certification
Post-secondary education
High school diploma or GED
First Aid Certification
Psychology
Social Work
Communication skills

Full job description

Who We Are

Kapown Rehabilitation Centre has been a Centre of holistic treatment of addictions for more than 25 years. Each of our 300 clients a year are treated with the utmost respect and are provided a comprehensive evidence-based program in which to find new direction in their lives and healing from their addictions. We help individuals find the motivation, skills, resources and inner strength they need to maintain a clean and balanced lifestyle.

Kapown strives to hire the best and we value integrity, respect, inclusivity, and collaboration. We want our team to share a common mindset based on being passionate about helping others to find their personal power, improving their coping and communication skills, and finding connections within the circle of life.

The Opportunity

We are currently looking to hire a Certified Counsellor for our Rehabilitation Facility in Grouard, Alberta. This opportunity will be a one week on – one week off permanent position. You’ll get to work with a growing organization where you will gain valuable experience in the field of rehabilitation care!

*While working on-site, Kapown will provide complimentary housing accommodations and food.

Reporting to the Team Lead and Treatment Coordinator, the Certified Counsellor is responsible for promoting positive life skills and supporting the reduction of the negative impact of alcohol and drug abuse. The primary methods used by the Certified Counsellor to support clients is lectures, group work, and one-to-one counselling. The Counsellor will provide support to clients as they learn and develop skills to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Some key responsibilities include:

Provide person centered, recovery based and culturally appropriate assessments, treatments, case management, crisis intervention, education, and referral services to our clients.
Maintain a caseload of 1 to 8 patients which includes managing case file work and writing patient reports (i.e., termination/discharge, incident, or referral).
Prepare and dispense medication, taking steps to ensure the pharmaceutical and therapeutic suitability of the medication for its intended use, and taking steps to ensure its proper use.
Develop and implement treatment plans and provide interventions most appropriate to each client’s needs.
Through positive social interaction, responsible for assessing and attending to the client’s physical, family, social, mental, emotional, and educational needs, etc.
Record pertinent data that may hinder or alleviate patient treatment.
Maintain proper files to fulfil NNADAP requirements for statistical data.
Enforce policies and procedures to ensure high quality of care for clients and physical and mental safety of clients and staff.
Deliver lectures and presentations regarding alcohol and drug education that will educate clients on the dangers and consequences of alcohol & drugs.

Who You Are

As the Certified Counsellor, you have extensive knowledge in in your field and are passionate about helping others. Some important skills include:

Provides accurate and timely information to key stakeholders, facilitates dialog through open-ended questions and actively listens.
Uses a calm demeanor and maintains composure when faced with aggressiveness.
Does not show frustration when resisted or blocked, tries to understand people and data before making judgements and acting.
Provides accurate information reporting, communicates concisely when providing status updates.
Able to build relationships with peers, organizational leaders, and key stakeholders.

You possess the following education, experience, and skills:

Certified Addictions Counsellor (CCAC), or Associate Addictions Counsellor (AAC) from a recognized institution and governing body.
Completion of Post-Secondary education in counseling, social work, or relevant discipline. Related fields include a diploma, degree, or certificate in Psychology, or community addictions or mental health. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
Registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers or College of Alberta Psychologists is an asset.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Certified Counsellor position or similar role.
Proven experience in developing effective treatment plans.
Experience writing assessments and reports to monitor client progress.
First Aid Certificate and CPR Level C.
Knowledge of clerical procedures for maintaining records and completing forms.
Knowledge of evidence-based practices, motivational interviewing, and cognitive-behavioral techniques.

What We Offer

As a valued employee, you’ll receive the following:

A flexible schedule that fits you – we believe in work-life balance and healthy and well-rested employees.
Building relationships - We believe in a collaborative environment where effective teams produce great results.
Career Development – Continuing education and development is something we take seriously. We want to make sure you have the opportunity to maximize your potential.

How to Apply

Please click the Apply Now link to submit your application!

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. Kapown Rehabilitation Centre is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. We celebrate equity, diversity, and inclusion and are committed to building a diverse team that will make a positive contribution to the communities where we live and work.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
On-site parking
RRSP match

Application question(s):

This is a one week on - one week off position. Are you willing to work this schedule?
This position is located in Grouard, Alberta. Will you be able to commute to this location?
Do you have a Certified Addiction Counsellor II (CAC II) certificate? If not, are you eligible?

Work Location: In person

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Community Support Worker

Case Manager (Hubs) - Full Time

Recovery Coach

Part-time Critical Mentor(s)

Youth Support Worker

Counsellor - Student Wellness Services

Full Time Critical Mentor(s)

Health Care Aide

Boys Critical Mentor

Community Wellness Coordinator

Social Worker (SW-RV24-001) - Bethany Riverview

Disability Support Worker

Foster Parents - Calgary & Area

Youth & Family Counsellor I / II - Bowness Casuals

Social Worker (SW-CS24-003) - Bethany Collegeside

Therapeutic Foster Parents - Calgary & Area

Safety & Stabilization Team Lead (Part-Time)

Early Years Coordinator

Registered Provisional Psychologist, Registered Social Worker or Canadian Certified Counsellor

Disability Service Worker, Full-Time

Licensed counsellor

Psychiatrist

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