About the Position

We are currently seeking a compassionate, skilled, and trauma-informed Stopping the Violence (STV) Counsellor to join our team in Burns Lake. The successful candidate will operate within a Feminist framework to provide confidential counseling, crisis intervention, and support to women who have experienced violence and/or abuse in their lifetime. The STV Counsellor must demonstrate dedication to cultural humility and the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of persons served, while upholding a high degree of confidentiality and professional boundaries. This position provides education, goal-setting, and emotional support, and length of service is based on the specific needs and issues presented. This role is required to work in a stressful environment, as clients are often working through difficult situations and emotions. The STV Counsellor operates on a part-time basis of 21 hours per week on a flexible schedule, with some availability outside normal office hours. We are part of the BCGEU and this position requires union membership.

Job Qualifications & Requirements

- A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in related human and counselling field, with focus toward Feminist perspective
- At least two (2) years recent related experience providing counselling services and support to women
- Experience facilitating groups
- Experience interviewing clients, and assessing readiness for individual services or participation in a group
- Understand dynamics of abuse and gender-based violence from a Feminist perspective
- Ability to counsel women aged 19+ who have experienced relationship abuse, sexual assault, and/or physical, emotional,



or sexual abuse at any age
- Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with diverse and marginalized populations
- Dedication to maintaining confidentiality and skilled boundaries
- Working knowledge of community-based programs and related provincial and community supports
- Proven ability to make and sustain excellent interpersonal relationships
- Ability to work with or without supervision
- proficient computer literacy and organizational skills
- Maintain accurate and appropriate file notes and records
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Seek appropriate and timely managerial supervision and debriefing
- A clear Police Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening

Given the nature of the services we provide we take gender dynamics into consideration and are prioritizing applicants who can work effectively in a space dedicated to women and children who have experienced trauma and gender-based violence.

For a full Job Description please contact [email protected]

How to Apply

Interested candidates may forward their cover letter and resume to:

Tamara Bjorgan, Women’s Services Manager- Burns Lake
347 Hwy 16
Burns Lake, BC
V0J 1E0

Email submissions: [email protected]
Inquiries: (phone hidden)

The anticipated start date for this position is: December 2026
Applications will be accepted until 12pm Thursday November 26th 2026. The society thanks all interested applicants, however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $42.47-$53.67 per hour

Expected hours: 21.0 per week

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Stopping the Violence Counsellor (Burns Lake)
🏢 Prince George & District Elizabeth Fry Society
📍 Burns Lake