Addictions Counsellor – Terrace, BC – Red Road Recovery Ltd. – 2026-01-05

Organization:

Red Road Recovery Ltd.

City and Province:

Terrace, BC

Job Position:

Addictions Counsellor

Open Date:

01/05/2026

Close Date:

01/19/2026

Details:

Send Cover Letter & Resume to hr@redroadrecovery.com
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Full-Time Position
Located 35 minutes outside of Terrace
Wage Range: $30-45/hr

Purpose: The Counsellor at Red Road Recovery is responsible for counselling and supporting residents to help them overcome their addiction and achieve their recovery goals.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Conduct individual and group counselling sessions: This includes providing residents with a safe and confidential environment to discuss their addiction and related issues and helping them to develop strategies for overcoming their addiction.
2. Develop and implement plans: This includes working with residents to create personalized plans, setting goals, and monitoring progress towards achieving those goals.
3. Provide education and support: This includes providing residents with information and resources about addiction, recovery, and related topics, as well as providing emotional support and encouragement.
4. Monitor and document resident progress: This includes observing residents, taking notes, and keeping accurate progress records.
5. Work as a part of a multidisciplinary team: This includes collaborating with other staff members, such as physicians, nurses, and social workers, to provide the best possible care for residents.
6. Attend and participate in staff meetings and training: This includes regular and ongoing training to improve professional development and knowledge.
7. Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
Qualifications:
Degree/diploma in counselling, social work or related field
Registered with recognized body such as CACCF, BCACC, ACCT, CPCA
Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a Supportive Recovery Residence setting
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Counsellor Job Description
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Understanding and knowledge of addiction and recovery is an asset.
Registration with a relevant professional body in British Columbia
Criminal Record Check
Must complete at least 20 hours duration in one or more of the following subjects:
i) Counselling
ii) Crisis Intervention and Conflict Resolution
iii) Psychosocial Intervention for Substance Use Disorders
iv) Trauma-Informed Practice
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