PLEA Community Services is currently seeking a Regular Full time Clinical Counsellor for our Clinical Counselling team, working with participants from our Asante team located in Maple Ridge, BC. The proposed start date for this position is as soon as possible.

The Clinical

Counsellor provides clinical counselling after assessing clients’ social, psychological, emotional and/or behavioural issues. The usual hours of work in this position are Monday to Friday based on a flextime scheduling arrangement, including days and evenings, of 35 working hours per week. Flextime scheduling arrangements allow employees to pick the start/end times of their shifts to meet client needs.

Shifts must include the program's core hours of 12:00PM- 2:00PM (the daily straight-time maximum is 10 hours). Master's degree in counselling, counselling psychology, psychology, social work or a related field.

Registered Clinical

Counsellor (RCC) designation from the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) designation from the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, or Registered Social Worker (RSW) designation from British Columbia College of Social Workers. One (1) year of recent related experience in providing counselling services to individuals and families. Living experience with FASD, which could be through your own identity and/or personal experiences related to FASD PLEA is an accredited, charitable community services organization that has operated throughout BC for more than 40 years.

We deliver community-based services and specialized supported homes to children, youth, adults and families facing significant challenges in their lives. As a result,



we have a strong reputation for helping those we serve to overcome the challenges they face and lead fulfilling lives. Develop strong collaborative relationships with clients, families, and Family Caregivers* to encourage their active participation in clinical counselling services and supports.

Assess the social, psychological, emotional and/or behavioural challenges facing clients. Identify core areas of concern to be addressed by clinical counselling. Provide a variety of counselling interventions in accordance with the program’s policies and procedures.

Participate in the planning process as part of a care team supporting the client. Maintain knowledge of community resources and provide appropriate referrals to clients to meet their needs. Maintain clinical records in accordance with the program’s policies and procedures.

Adhere to ethical principles and standards of practice in the counselling profession. Demonstrated ability to promote behavioural changes through a variety of counselling approaches and interventions, including with clients who may be reluctant to engage. Demonstrated skills in working with families in crisis and facilitating individual, family and group counselling.





Demonstrated ability to be sensitive and understanding of individuals’ social realities including issues of race, culture, religion, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, poverty and lifestyle. Demonstrated knowledge of counselling issues and trends. Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, database systems and web-based conferencing tools.

Eligibility to enroll in health/welfare benefits on the first day of the month following the completion of the probation period, including access to the annual physical activity fund (for fitness-related items or activities) and the annual education fund (to take part in career-related courses or training events). Enrollment in the Municipal Pension Plan, as per the plan's criteria. Access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP): counselling support services and wellness resources for employees and their immediate family members.

Perkopolis membership: an exclusive discount program for a variety of products and services (clothes, furniture, dining, auto, events, etc.) Agency-Sponsored Social Events (i.e., summer barbecue, annual holiday party, and team days).

Satisfactory Criminal Record

Clearance. Must possess a valid Basic First Aid certificate (formerly OFA Level 1) or be willing to obtain one prior to hire. Must have access to a personal vehicle for work-related travel. This position requires travel in the Lower Mainland and the Fraser Valley.

Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 B.Driver's License and suitable driver's abstract/claims history. PLEA conducts primary source verification of applicant's credentials including education, training, work history, and licensure. #

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