You will provide clinical counselling, therapy, & related services to individuals (children, youth, adults), couples, & families seeking assistance with personal/interpersonal problems. May provide group therapy sessions, facilitate Rapid Access Clinics, & engage in community collaborations.
Provide counselling, therapy & related services.
Experience in counselling children, youth & families.
Conduct initial assessments to determine needs & goals.
Develop individualized serviced plans.
Facilitate groups & develop programs.
Attend agency meetings, knowledgeable about agency programs/community activities & community outreach.
Perform related administrative & record keeping duties.
Participate in clinical supervision.
Assist with supervision of peers, students & individual cases.
Work flexible schedule - including evenings & weekends.
Other duties as assigned.
Degree in Social Work (BSW, BISW).
3-5 years of supervised clinical experience in a related/relevant counselling area.
Eligible to register with & maintain good standing in a relevant professional association.
Experience providing counselling to children under 12 years of age.
Experience with evidence-based interventions for children & youth mental health & behavioural concerns.
Experience in facilitating group work; knowledge of group dynamics.
Strong organizational, time management & caseload management skills.
Excellent written & verbal communication.
Maintain confidentiality & uphold professional ethical standards.
Respond effectively to complex & sensitive situations.
Commitment to ongoing professional development.
interviewing, assessment, & evaluation techniques
human development, behavior & change
communication & conflict resolution
trauma- & violence-informed approaches
Assess high risk clients (suicidal) & intervene quickly/appropriately
Cultural awareness & sensitivity to Indigenous, immigrant, refugee, newcomer and 2SLGBTQI+ communities