Temporary, Part-Time (6-month term). Hours: Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Wednesday from 11am to 7 pm.LocationPosting PeriodMarch 25, 2026 - April 7, 2026Job DescriptionThePrevention, Education, Advocacy, Counselling and Empowerment (PEACE) Counsellorprovides education and support to children and youth between the ages of 3 and 18 years old, who have witnessed or experienced domestic violence.What you’ll be doing:Individual art/play therapy sessions with children and youth.Facilitating one psycho-educational group per year with children or youth of a similar age.Facilitating a monthly evening arts activity to support connections between mothers and children/youth.Providing information and referrals to parents/guardians of the children/youth.Maintaining client files.Keeping accurate statistics.Other duties as required.Whatyou’llneed:Minimum educational requirement: A post secondary diploma in a related field (art therapy, counselling).Previous experience working with children and youth.Group facilitation experience would be an asset.A feminist understanding of intimate partner violence.Motivated to work independently and as part of a team.Proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Zoom.Willingness to use Safetyline, Relias, ADP Workforce Now.A valid transparent criminal record check (including working with vulnerable populations) is required.The YWCA Metro Vancouver’s COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination from COVID-19 is not required at this time. However, should circumstances change and the YWCA deem it necessary to reintroduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.What we offer:We offer our eligible employees the following benefits as part of their total rewards package :Receive 12% in lieu of time off and benefits.Flexible working arrangements for applicable positionsEmployee Family Assistance Program,



a confidential and voluntary support service for employees and their eligible family membersA workplace that prioritizes employee health,safetyand well-being, including many learning and growth opportunities such as our employee mentorship program and three equity committees that help to support our goals towards achieving meaningful equity and inclusion.Free staff membership to our Health & Fitness CentreDiscounts at our Hotel WilloPriority in YWCA Child CarecentresPay Rate:$28.75 per hourHow to ApplyIfyou'reseeking a workplace where your values align with your work, and where every voice drives meaningful change,we’dlove to hear from you. Pleasesubmityour resume and cover letter byApril 7, 2026,to:We’recommitted to increasing representation and equity across our organization. We strongly encourage applications from women, Black, Indigenous, People ofColour, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities and others from marginalized communities.We’realso focused on creating leadership opportunities for Indigenous, Black, and gender-diverse individuals. Ifyou'dlike to learn more about our inclusive culture before applying, feel free to contact our Equity and Engagement Manager [email protected] .Accessibility is a priority for us. If you need any accommodations to apply or have questions about the process, please reach out to the hiring manager listed. We make hiring decisions based on qualifications, transferable skills, livedexperienceand organizational needs. Thank you to everyone who applies — only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Want to learn more about working at the YWCA? Exploreourcareers page.We respectfully acknowledge that ourmain officeand many of our programs arelocatedon the traditional, ancestral anduncededterritories of thex ʷ m əθ k ʷ ə y ̓ ə m (Musqueam), S ḵ wx ̱ w ú 7mesh (Squamish) and s ə lilw ə ta ɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, and that our work across British Columbia spans the territories of more than 200 First Nations. We also acknowledge the First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples who live in our communities.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Peace Counsellor - C$28.8 An Hour - Part Time (Toronto)
🏢 YWCA Metro Vancouver
📍 Toronto