Clinical Counsellor

Entreinstitute; Duncan; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Entreinstitute in Duncan, BC seeks a Clinical Counselor to join a multi-disciplinary early intervention team. You will provide counseling to at-risk children and families, develop therapeutic plans, and participate in regular service reviews.

The role requires a Master’s in counselling psychology, at least two years’ experience with children and families, and a valid BC driver’s license. Hybrid work options are available, with some in-office and remote responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counselling psychology or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with children and families.
• Knowledge of family-centered practice, early intervention, child development, and community-based services.
• Valid BC Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling to children and/or families who are at risk in one or more areas of development.
• Develop and implement therapeutic plans and programs; evaluate effectiveness.
• Maintain a caseload and provide transition planning.
• Liaise with community agencies, committees, and other professionals; provide referrals.
• Participate in regular service reviews, case and team consultation/supervision.
• Establish and maintain current professional practice.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Teamwork

Adaptability

Electronic databases & virtual tools

BC driver’s license

Independent work

Education

Master’s degree in counselling psychology or related field

Job description

Job Summary:

The Clinical Counselor will:

• Work alongside a multi-disciplinary early intervention team and participate in program development.
• Facilitate counseling to children and/or families who are considered at risk in one or more areas of development.
• Participate in regular service reviews, case and team consultation/supervision and meetings as required.
• Develop and implement therapeutic plans and programs and evaluate their effectiveness.
• Maintain a caseload and provide transition planning.
• Liaise with and provide referrals to community agencies, committees, and other professionals.
• Establish and maintain current professional practice.

Education, Training and Experience

• Master’s degree in counselling psychology or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience with children and families
• Demonstrated working knowledge of family centered practice, early intervention, child development, family support and community-based services

Qualifications: Skills and Abilities

• Must possess organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively with staff, volunteers, and organizations
• Flexible in responding to changing conditions and committed to working within a team environment
• Familiar with using an electronic database and virtual platforms
• Valid BC Driver’s License and personal vehicle
• Demonstrated ability to work alone and unsupervised

Personal Attributes

• Positive role model including modeling a healthy lifestyle
• Empathy, warmth, and understanding
• Ability to work effectively with families, colleagues, volunteers, and organizations
• Current, satisfactory criminal record search

Advocacy:

• To advocate for individual clients and families so theyobtain needed support
• To support families in advocating for their child
• To advocate for support and change within the systemsthat affect children and families

Please Note:

• The successful candidate will begin employment at the Clements Building
• Hours are flexible and negotiable, opportunities for hybrid working in office and from home
• This position will require a valid B.C. Driver’s License and use of personal vehicle for transportation
• This position is open to all qualified individuals and requires Union membership
• This position will remain open until a qualified candidate is found