1440: CHILD & YOUTH COUNSELLOR

Northwest Employment Works; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization is seeking a Child & Youth Counsellor to provide case management and counselling for children, youth, and families. The role involves working closely to meet developmental and psychosocial needs in alignment with organizational goals. Ideal candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in counselling services. This position is aimed at making a positive community impact.

Benefits

Optional Flexible schedule

OMERS Pension plan

Generous paid vacation time

Paid time off at Christmas

Comprehensive benefit plan

Qualifications

• A minimum HBSW is required or a related degree.
• Two or more years experience in counselling services to Anishinabek children and youth preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours as determined by service requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management and counselling services for children and youth.
• Ensure social, emotional, and physical well-being of families.
• Coordinate integrated services delivery from assessment to discharge.

Skills

Counselling services experience

Flexibility in working hours

Criminal Records Search

CANS certification

Education

HBSW degree or related degree

Tools

Class G Driver’s License

Job description

Why should YOU choose Dilico?

• Optional Flexible schedule to support work-life balance
• OMERS Pension plan available to all employees
• Competitive salaries
• 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

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Clinical Services Manager, the Child & Youth Counsellor will ensure the current developmental, treatment, and psycho-social needs of children, youth, and families are met by actively participating in the provision of assessment and treatment.

The primary responsibility of this position is to provide case management and counselling services for children, youth, and families that are consistent with the philosophy, approach, goals and learning environment established by Dilico Anishinabek Family Care which will ensure the social, emotional, and physical well-being of children, youth, and families.

The Child & Youth Counsellor is responsible for the coordination of integrated services delivery from the point of assessment to discharge for all assigned children, youth, and families receiving agency service.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum HBSW is required or a related degree.
• Two or more years experience in the provision of counselling services to Anishinabek children, youth, and their families is preferred. Candidates without the specific education qualifications and where the position does not require certified qualification to practice, but who possess an appropriate combination of experience and other academic qualifications will also be considered.
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Search; including Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Ability to work flexible hours as determined by the Counselling and Clinical Support Services Manager in relation to service requirements.
• Must possess a Class “G” Driver’s License and have access to a personal vehicle.
• A valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate is recommended.
• Able to complete and maintain certification in CANS and other relevant Ministry of Children and Youth Services initiatives.

Hours of Work: 32.5 weekly

Please apply directly at https://www.dilico.com/careers/

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.

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care

200 Anemki Place | Fort William First Nation | ON | P7J1L6

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