FAMILY Contractor Mississauga, ON Hybrid $67,447 - $76,811 CAD per yearAssociated Youth Services of Peel (AYSP) is an accredited, not-for-profit charitable organization, supporting children, youth and families with mental health and/or youth justice issues. AYSP's team of professionals bring a wide range of knowledge and professional experience from diverse backgrounds to our workplace. Our teams have a strong team-oriented work ethic and we are committed to ongoing professional development. AYSP provides a client-centered, strength-based approach to engage in a manner which is culturally sensitive, non-judgmental and respectful. Working together with our service partners, using a multi-systems perspective, AYSP provides services that are evidence-based and evidence-informed.We are currently seeking a Counsellor to join our Family Connections team. The Family Connections program is designed to support families in becoming more effective at managing current and future crises and to help connect and strengthen families' formal and informal networks of support.LocationHybrid - Head Office in Peel RegionUnion AffiliationOPSEU Local 592Hours of Work35 hours a week (days & some evenings)ResponsibilitiesProvide 8 – 10 weeks of in-person, home-based and/or virtual counselling to children, youth and familiesDevelop and deliver intervention and service plans in conjunction with the client, based upon a comprehensive,



strength-based ecological assessmentConduct sessions utilizing evidenced based/evidenced informed interventionsProvide parents/caregivers with individual parenting support and interventionManage crisis situations placing child at risk of being placed outside of the homeAssist families in accessing and coordinating all service components within the community, as applicableEstablish and maintain professional alliances with collateral agencies and service providersMaintain professional documentation, in the form of assessments, case notes, discharge summaries and statistical informationParticipate in Family Connections bi-weekly clinical peer supervision and monthly individual supervisionWork flexible hours related to the needs of the clients, evening work will be requiredTransport clients in own vehicle, as requiredQualifications and ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Social Work, Counselling or degree in related fieldRegistration within the professional regulating body of either the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers or the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario in good standing is requiredMinimum 2 years clinical experience working with youth and families with complex needsKnowledge of child and adolescent development, children's mental health issues, behaviour modification techniques, family dynamics and crisis interventionEngagement, problem solving,



and conflict resolution skillsDemonstrated ability to work with multi-need clients utilizing a goal-focused approachMust possess a valid Ontario Driver's License and provide own transportation, with appropriate liability insurance and evidence of coverage for transporting clientsFluency in French and other languages is considered an assetSalary RangeSalary Range: $67,447 - $76,811Why Join our Team?We offer an excellent compensation package with a strong focus on health and wellness. We offer our employees:3 weeks accrued paid vacation, 3 personal days, and 2 bonus days per yearExcellent benefits, including health and dental coverage, Employee Assistance Program, and MyHSA – Health and Wellness Spending AccountRegistered Retirement Savings planComprehensive Clinical Supervision providedProfessional development opportunities within the agencyEmployer-paid staff training and developmentAYSP is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applicants from all cultures, abilities and sexual & gender identities. Applicants must be willing to demonstrate and adhere to a commitment to Anti-Oppressive and Anti-Racist principles, with the expectation that the framework be reflected in day to day work. AYSP will make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants with disabilities to participate in the interview process upon request. For more information, please contact us at [email protected] thank all candidates for applying, however, only candidates being considered will be contacted.Individuals with these qualifications are invited to apply with their cover letter and resume to: https://secure.Collage.Co/jobs/aysp. This position will be posted until June 15, 2026 at 5:00 pm.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Counsellor, Family Connections - C$67,447 - C$76,811 A Year (Mississauga)
🏢 Associated Youth Services of Peel
📍 Mississauga