Family Systems expertise meets youth addiction care at Alberta Hospital Edmonton in this regular part time Family Counsellor position. Work days and evenings supporting families.
Within the Protection of Children Abusing Drugs Program, you will provide clinical care for youth aged 12 to 17 and their families. The position includes assessment, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, family counselling, and program development. You will facilitate groups, mentor Addiction Counselling staff, and consult with community resources. Knowledge of adolescent development, substance use, concurrent disorders, and family-centred care supports this work. The program provides court-ordered detoxification and assessment for youth harmfully involved in substance use.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up
- Deliver family counselling within youth addiction services
- Facilitate groups and develop program services
- Mentor frontline staff in family-centred practice
- Collaborate with healthcare and community providers
Requirements:
- Master's degree in a health-related field
- Three to five years' treatment-environment experience
- Two years' direct family counselling experience
- Registration with an applicable Alberta college
- Suicide Prevention, crisis intervention, and First Aid/BLS training
Apply Family Systems knowledge, clinical consultation, and family counselling skills within Edmonton's youth addiction inpatient programs.
Youth Addiction Family Counsellor in Edmonton employer: Recovery Alberta
Alberta Hospital is an exceptional employer that values the contributions of its administrative staff, offering a supportive work culture that fosters professional growth and development. Located in Edmonton, employees benefit from a collaborative environment where their skills in scheduling, recruitment, and project management are not only recognized but also enhanced through ongoing training opportunities. Join us to make a meaningful impact in healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling career with a focus on workplace safety and community engagement.
