Child & Family Therapist

The Pod Group; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community organization seeks a compassionate Child & Family Therapist to provide trauma-informed therapy and case coordination for children and families affected by gender-based violence. This role emphasizes collaborative, ethical, and client-centered care, ensuring that the voices and needs of families are central to all aspects of service. The ideal candidate will engage in comprehensive assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and work closely with multidisciplinary teams to advocate for clients. Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable populations and fostering an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field with 3 years of experience preferred.
• Registered with OCSWSSW or CRPO and able to perform Psychotherapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed assessments and therapy for children affected by GBV.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams and community partners.
• Advocate for clients and ensure culturally responsive care.

Skills

Trauma-Informed Therapy

Clinical Assessment

Crisis Planning

Interpersonal Skills

Culturally Safe Services

Treatment Planning

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Counselling Degree

Health-Related Discipline

Tools

Documentation Software

Job description

ADAPTABLE ● EMPATHETIC ● ENTHUSIASTIC ● HANDS-ON ● COLLABORATIVE

OVERVIEW

A compassionate community organization that offers a comprehensive range of mental health services for children under the age of 12 and their families. The organization is dedicated to achieving positive, measurable outcomes for clients through ongoing evaluation, research, and the use of evidence-based practices. It is also committed to providing inclusive and equitable services, delivering culturally responsive care that supports positive mental health and wellbeing, either directly or through referrals to community partners.

MISSION

The Child & Family Therapist provides trauma-informed therapy and case coordination for children and families impacted by gender-based violence, while supporting healing, safety, and advocacy through collaborative, ethical, and client-centered care.

PRIORITIES:

Clinical Assessment & Trauma-Informed Therapy

• Provide comprehensive, trauma-informed assessments and therapy (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)) for children and families impacted by gender-based violence (GBV).
• Develop individualized treatment plans focused on safety, healing, and empowerment.
• Conduct interventions with individuals, families, or groups as required, including individual therapy, family therapy, social skills training, and parent support groups.
• Maintain timely, sensitive, and accurate clinical documentation aligned with agency and professional standards.

Collaborative Care & Case Management

• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, caregivers, schools, and community partners such as GBV shelters to coordinate care and support.
• Participate in treatment planning, case conferences, and safety planning for clients at risk.
• Facilitate referrals and service navigation to ensure seamless access to supports.

Family Engagement & Advocacy

• Center the voices and needs of children and families in all aspects of care.
• Foster strong therapeutic relationships with caregivers, offering parenting support and psychoeducation as needed.
• Advocate for clients within systems and collaborate to reduce barriers to service.

Professional Development & Ethical Practice

• Uphold all legal, ethical, and trauma-informed care standards in service delivery.
• Engage in clinical supervision, agency training, and professional development with a GBV and anti-oppressive lens.
• Contribute to student learning, community education, and cross-sectoral training when appropriate.

Quality Improvement & Program Accountability

• Participate in program evaluation and continuous quality improvement efforts.
• Ensure informed consent and confidentiality in alignment with policy.
• Support agency goals related to accreditation, community engagement, and best practices in GBV and social services.
• Perform any other duties as required.

TALENTS & EXPERTISE:

• A Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counselling, or a Health-Related Discipline with a minimum of 3 years relevant experience is preferred.
• Must be registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) or the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO).
• Must be eligible and able to perform Psychotherapy as defined under the act.
• Excellent clinical assessment, formulation, and treatment planning skills are essential.
• Experience in social work, especially in GBV, trauma-informed approaches, and treatment strategies for children, youth, and families.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Awareness, knowledge, and ability to deliver culturally safe services.
• Ability to provide crisis planning and response, with demonstrated proactive problem-solving skills.
• A demonstrated ability to maintain successful partnerships with other service providers.
• A demonstrated ability to meet all Quality Assurance metrics.
• Must have a valid driver’s licence, adequate insurance, and access to a vehicle.

EDI-B VALUES

The success of an organization stems from a team that is aligned with its mission and vision, where decisions are made in the best interests of the clients they serve and the marginalized and vulnerable populations across our communities. Through this effort, all team members embrace their roles in the organization with respect and dignity for all stakeholders. Through these partnerships, everyone is focused on ensuring a commitment and responsibility toward anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, diversity, inclusivity, and belonging.

THE POD GROUP

The Pod Group (PG) is a creative consulting group that provides customized and innovative solutions to support our client’s growth and ultimate success while promoting the integration of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in creating culture and engagement.

We balance strategy and people to help community organizations make better use of their resources by focusing on building the competencies to promote people-centric organizations.

The Pod Group has great success in serving a number of community sectors, including health, social services, developmental, housing, mental health, and community health care.

We promote a unique approach while incorporating marketing and human resources as an integral component of strategy, mission, and vision.