Family Counsellor

Carya; Calgary; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 94,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility & support

Belonging culture

Wellness programs

Job summary

Carya invites a Family Counsellor to work onsite at Central Commons in Calgary. The role focuses on compassionate, client-directed support for children, youth, couples, and families navigating challenges and building resilience within the community.

The position requires a master’s degree in psychology or social work, regulatory membership, and at least two years of counselling experience. Flexible hours (15–37.5 per week) and a wage range of $35.40–$45.40 per hour are offered.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology or social work or related field.
• Regulatory body membership in good standing.
• Alberta Family Wellness Initiative Core Brain Story.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct counselling services to children, youth, couples, and families onsite at Carya.
• Engage participants using a participant-directed, goal-focused, strengths-based approach.
• Respect participant self-determination while ensuring safety of children and youth.
• Adapt counselling approaches to developmental and family needs.
• Manage an active caseload and complete documentation in line with policies.

Skills

Empathy

Collaboration

Communication

Ethical practice

Teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in psychology or social work

Regulatory body membership in good standing

Core Brain Story Certification (Alberta Family Wellness Initiative)

Tools

Microsoft 365

SharePoint

Jane case management software

Job description

Location: Central Commons, 800-1000 7 Ave SW

Hours per week: 15 up to 37.5 Wage: $35.40 - $45.40 per hour

As a member of Carya’s Counselling Team, the Family Counsellor will provide compassionate, client-directed support to children, youth, couples, and families as they navigate challenges, strengthen relationships, and build resilience within the context of their community.

WHO YOU ARE

• You are empathetic and approachable, creating a safe and supportive space for children, youth, couples, and families.
• You are thoughtful and ethical in your practice, respecting each participant’s strengths, goals, and unique circumstances.
• You are collaborative and growth-oriented, valuing teamwork, reflection, and ongoing learning to strengthen your counselling practice.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Counselling & Participant Support

• Provide direct counselling services to children, youth, couples, and families with dependents aged 0–24 onsite at Carya.
• Engage participants using a participant-directed, goal-focused, and strengths-based approach.
• Respect each participant’s unique circumstances and right to self-determination while maintaining responsibility for the safety and protection of children and youth.
• Adapt counselling approaches to meet the developmental, relational, and presenting needs of participants and families.

Case Management & Documentation

• Manage an active and varied caseload based on participant, program, funder, and agency needs.
• Manage all stages of the counselling process, including assessment, intervention, closure, follow-up, and documentation.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and complete participant records in accordance with Carya policies and professional standards.

Clinical Practice & Professional Development

• Apply appropriate therapeutic approaches and clinical judgment in response to participant and family needs.
• Stay current with relevant research, evidence-informed practices, ethical standards, and professional guidelines.
• Regularly use clinical supervision and consultation to support reflective practice, sound decision-making, and quality service delivery.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, natural supports, and other professionals involved in participant care, as appropriate.
• Ensure counselling services align with Carya policies, procedures, ethical requirements, and performance standards.
• Contribute to a collaborative, flexible, and participant-centred Counselling Team.

WHAT YOU BRING

• A master’s degree (MSW, MA, M.Ed., MSc, MC) in psychology, social work or related discipline.
• Membership in good standing with relevant regulatory body.
• Alberta Family Wellness Initiative’s Core Brain Story.
• Minimum of two years of counselling experience, preferably working with children, youth, couples, and families.
• Experience using participant-directed, goal-focused, and strengths-based counselling approaches.
• Experience or training in attachment-informed practice is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to apply therapeutic modalities appropriately and adapt approaches to participant, developmental, and family needs.
• Demonstrated ability to make effective use of clinical supervision and consultation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, other professionals, and natural supports involved in participant care.
• Strong attention to detail and demonstrated discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage an active caseload, documentation, competing priorities, and follow-up requirements effectively.
• Completion of the Natural Supports Framework is considered an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Word, Teams, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Familiarity with case management software, such as Jane, is preferred.

WHY JOIN TEAM CARYA

Be part of a community of over 100 passionate professionals who live our values of Respect, Kindness,

Creativity, Collaboration, Belonging, and Wellness. Together, we make a difference in the lives of more than

40,000 Calgarians every year.

At Carya, we offer:

• Flexibility and support. We prioritize the growth and development of our team. Our collaborative environment encourages learning, skill-building, and taking initiative, empowering you to make a meaningful impact every day.
• A culture of belonging. We value your unique strengths and perspectives. By celebrating diversity and fostering inclusion, we create a workplace where everyone can contribute fully and feel empowered to succeed.

CLOSING DATE

Until a suitable candidate is found.

Equal Employment Opportunities, Requesting an Accommodation, and Other Employment Statements

Carya is deeply committed to building a workplace where inclusion is not only valued but prioritized. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, neurodiversity, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other non-merit based or legally protected grounds.

Carya is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact People & Culture by email at HR @ caryacalgary.ca in advance of your interview.

The successful candidate must complete a satisfactory Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and a Child Intervention Record Check prior to commencing employment.