1169: YOUTH INTENSIVE TREATMENT COUNSELLOR

Anishinabek Employment & Training Services; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Youth Intensive Treatment Counsellor, where you'll play a vital role in supporting the wellbeing of Anishinabek youth. In this full-time position, you'll provide therapeutic interventions in a nurturing environment, working closely with a clinical team to ensure that each child's cultural, emotional, and physical needs are met. Your efforts will directly impact the lives of youth and their families, fostering a sense of community and belonging. With opportunities for flexible scheduling and a supportive workplace culture, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people.

Benefits

Optional Hybrid work schedule

Flexible schedule for work-life balance

OMERS Pension plan

Generous paid vacation time

Paid time off at Christmas

EFAP for employees and families

Benefit plan including dental and healthcare

Qualifications

• Preferred qualifications include an Indigenous Learning Degree or BSW.
• Three years of experience working with Anishinabek youth and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily therapeutic opportunities for youth in care.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure program delivery.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Experience with Anishinabek youth

Cultural program activities

First Aid/CPR certification

Flexible working hours

Driver's License (Class G)

Education

Indigenous Learning Degree

BSW or equivalent

Diploma in Social Services

Tools

Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training

Job description

1169: YOUTH INTENSIVE TREATMENT COUNSELLOR

The Youth Intensive Treatment Counsellor will ensure daily needs of youth in care of the program are met by actively providing daily therapeutic opportunities in the twenty-four hour home setting. The Youth Intensive Treatment Counsellor is responsible to work collaboratively with the clinical team to ensure program delivery is consistent with the philosophy, approach, goals and learning environment established by Dilico Anishinabek Family Care, which will ensure the cultural, social, emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing of children/youth and their families.

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Occupation Type: Social and community service workers

Total Positions: 1

Wage: $25.08 To $32.73 Hourly

Hours/Week: 36

Closing Date / Apply By: 11/19/2024

Qualifications:

• An Indigenous Learning Degree, BSW, or equivalent is preferred. Native Child and Family Worker, Social Services Worker or equivalent diploma with relevant work experience will be considered.
• Three years related experience working with Anishinabek youth/families; three years experience providing activity-based therapeutic interventions to youth including cultural, land-based, recreational, prosocial; experience working with youth with mental health needs.
• Candidates without the specific education qualifications and where the position does not require certified qualifications to practice, but who possess an appropriate combination of experience and other academic qualifications will also be considered.
• A satisfactory Criminal Records Search; including a Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Must possess a valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate or be willing to obtain one.
• Must have the ability to work flexible hours and/or work at an alternate agency site in the same role for the duration of shift; must participate in program “On Call” rotation, as designated by Service Manager or designate.
• Must possess a Class “G” Driver’s License and have access to a personal vehicle with $1 million liability insurance.
• Must complete a medical and receive the required immunizations as recommended by the local medical officer of health.
• Must participate in cultural, social, recreational program activities; must participate in and qualify for certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training provided by the agency; must be able to perform/implement physical restraint(s) as per Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Training and in accordance with the agency Policies and Procedures.

Why should YOU choose Dilico?

• Optional Hybrid work schedule (This position is not remote).
• Optional Flexible schedule to support work-life balance.
• OMERS Pension plan available to all employees.
• Generous paid vacation time for Permanent employees.
• Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time.
• EFAP available to all employees and their families.
• Benefit plan that includes dental, healthcare, and vision services for Permanent employees.
• A chance to make a difference in the community.

Please apply to dilico.com.

If you experience issues with our online application system please apply directly at [e-mail] the competition number must be quoted in the email subject line.

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Dilico is committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Dilico gives preference to Anishinabek people.