Counsellor, Triple P (Positive Parenting Program)

Associated Youth Services of Peel (AYSP); Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 67,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

3 weeks paid vacation + 3 personal & 2

Health and dental coverage

EAP & MyHSA wellness spending account

RRSP plan

Professional development opportunities

Staff training support

Job summary

Associated Youth Services of Peel (AYSP) is seeking a Counsellor to support families through the Triple P program. The role delivers home-based and virtual sessions for parents/caregivers of children aged 0–17, using evidence-informed approaches.

It is a temporary full-time contract with 35 hours per week, hybrid work, based at the Peel Region head office. Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field, registration in good standing with an Ontario college, 1–2 years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field.
• Registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers or CRPO in good standing.
• 1–2 years’ experience with children, youth and families.
• Knowledge of child/adolescent development and family dynamics.
• Strength-based and systemic perspective in assessment.
• Engagement, problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Group leadership and facilitation experience.
• French or another language is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Participate in program training and accreditation in Triple P.
• Conduct home-based and virtual sessions for families with children 0–17.
• Provide parenting support, coaching, and skill-building.
• Coordinate and facilitate parent groups or seminars.
• Maintain documentation (assessments, case notes, discharge summaries).
• Engage in bi-weekly peer supervision and monthly clinical supervision.
• Build alliances with collateral agencies and service providers.
• Work flexible hours including evenings and travel as required.

Skills

Engagement

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Group leadership

Facilitation

French or other language asset

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field

Registration with Ontario College of Social Workers or CRPO in good standing

Job description

Associated Youth Services of Peel (AYSP) is an accredited, not-for-profit charitable organization, supporting children, youth and families with mental health and/or youth justice issues. AYSP’s team of professionals bring a wide range of knowledge and professional experience from diverse backgrounds to our workplace. Our teams have a strong collaborative work ethic and we are committed to ongoing professional development. AYSP provides a client-centred, strength-based approach to engage in a manner which is culturally sensitive, non-judgmental and respectful. Working together with our service partners, using a multi-systems perspective, AYSP provides services that are evidence-based and evidence-informed.

We are currently seeking a Counsellor to join our Triple P, Positive Parenting Program. The Triple P Program, one of the most effective evidence-based parenting programs, gives parents/caregivers simple and practical strategies to help build strong, healthy relationships, confidently manage their children/youth’s behaviour and prevent problems from developing.

Job Type: Temporary Full-time (one existing vacancy - contract to March 2028)

Location: Hybrid - Head office in Peel Region

Union Affiliation: OPSEU Local 592

Hours of Work: 35 hours a week (Days & Evenings)

Responsibilities

• Participate in program specific training and accreditation in the Triple P, Positive Parenting Program
• Conduct home-based and virtual sessions for parents/caregivers of children/youth 0 – 17 yrs. utilizing evidenced based/evidenced informed interventions
• Provide parents/caregivers with individual parenting support and intervention and coaching in developing positive parenting skills and strategies
• Coordinate and facilitate parent groups and/or seminars
• Maintain professional documentation in the form of assessments, case notes, discharge summaries and statistical information
• Participate in bi-weekly peer supervision and monthly individual clinical supervision
• Establish and maintain professional alliances with collateral agencies and service providers
• Work flexible hours related to the needs of the clients, evening work will be required
• Travel as required, providing own transportation

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or post-secondary degree in related field
• Registration within the professional regulating body of either the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers or the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario in good standing is required
• Minimum of 1 – 2 years’ experience working with children, youth and families
• Solid knowledge of child and adolescent development, children’s mental health issues, behaviour modification techniques and family dynamics
• Experience in assessing child and youth behaviour from a strength-based and systemic perspective
• Engagement, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills
• Experience in group leadership and facilitation
• Fluency in French or a language other than English is considered an asset

Salary Range: $67,447 - $76,811 yearly

Why Join our Team?

We offer an excellent compensation package with a strong focus on health and wellness. We offer our employees:

• Flexible work schedule
• 3 weeks accrued paid vacation, 3 personal days, and 2 bonus days per year
• Excellent benefits, including health and dental coverage, Employee Assistance Program, and MyHSA – Health and Wellness Spending Account
• Registered Retirement Savings plan
• Comprehensive Clinical Supervision provided
• Professional development opportunities within the agency
• Employer-paid staff training and development

AYSP is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applicants from all cultures, abilities and sexual & gender identities. Applicants must be willing to demonstrate and adhere to a commitment to Anti-Oppressive and Anti-Racist principles, with the expectation that the framework be reflected in day to day work. AYSP will make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants with disabilities to participate in the interview process upon request. For more information, please contact us at [e-mail].

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not used in the candidate assessment or selection process.

We thank all candidates for applying, however, only candidates being considered will be contacted.