Counsellor, Counselling and Therapy

Algoma Family Services; Elliot Lake; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Elliot Lake seeks a Counsellor to assess and treat children and families with social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. The role includes developing treatment plans and delivering therapy in individual and group settings. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in social work or psychology and possess clinical experience. Bilingual skills are an asset. Flexible work hours and various benefits are included.

Benefits

Casual dress

Dental care

Extended health care

Paid time off

RRSP match

Vision care

Qualifications

• Two years of clinical experience in a related field preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Must provide a clean Criminal Record Check.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat children, youth, and families experiencing challenges.
• Develop and deliver group therapy services.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams and service providers.

Skills

Cognitive-based therapy techniques

Evidence-informed clinical interventions

Interpersonal skills

Report writing

Bilingual (English/French)

Education

Bachelor Degree of Social Work

Bachelor of Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data MIS

Job description

Overview

JOB SUMMARY:

Using a strength-based, solution-focused, and family-centered approach within the context of anti-oppressive practice, the Counsellor in partnership with the family, circle of care, and other service providers, will assess and treat children, youth, and their families who are experiencing social, emotional, and behavioural challenges. Treatment will include an assessment of need, development of a treatment plan, in-person and/or virtual service provision through individual and/or group therapy, referral to additional services if required, and discharge from service planning including any follow up care. In this capacity, the Counsellor will focus on group therapy services, which includes the development, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of our group counselling services.

Minimum Education/Registration

• Bachelor Degree of Social Work, Bachelor of Psychology or a degree in the Social Sciences accepted
• Current registration and in good standing with regulated professional college (RSW, RP) is required.

Minimum Experience

• Two (2) years of clinical experience working in a related field preferred
• Equivalent combinations of training and experience may be considered

Qualifications

• Skill in a variety of cognitive-based, post-crisis intervention, solution-focused and brief therapy techniques with children, youth and families.
• Skill in evidence-informed clinical interventions for children, youth and families.
• Ability to work effectively with children, youth and families in a therapeutic goal-oriented way.
• Thorough knowledge of child, youth and family development (psychological, emotional, physical, social).
• High level of maturity and interpersonal skills, as well as demonstrated leadership qualities with competence in making and implementing decisions.
• Ability to work cooperatively and negotiate effectively within an interdisciplinary team, across the agency, with collateral agencies/professionals including the medical community at both a front-line and systems level.
• Thorough knowledge of mental health resources.
• Ability to write clear, concise reports.
• Proficiency with computers and software applications such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Excel, Access, and data MIS.
• Possession of a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License, ability to travel within the district of Algoma, and use of a personal vehicle.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional weekends.
• Ability to provide services in both official languages (English/French) is an asset.
• Must provide a clean Criminal Record Check.
• Full COVID-19 Vaccination.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Duties and responsibilities; Please refer to attached job description.

Additional Information

• This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the OPSEU.
• Algoma Family Services (AFS) is committed to equity in access to employment and is a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from racialized persons, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ and Gender Diverse persons, neurodiverse individuals, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Applicants that may require accommodation during the selection process are encouraged to notify HR when contacted for an interview.
• PLEASE SEND YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO [e-mail] quoting # CCS-1010-01.

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Licence/Certification

• Registered Psychotherapist or Social Worker (required)

Work Location

• In person