Family Support Counselor

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid package

Pension fund contribution

Professional development

Meaningful work in Kimberley

Job summary

Placements24 in Canada is seeking a dedicated Family Support Counselor to provide essential services to families in Kimberley region. This role focuses on strengthening family relationships, addressing challenges, and promoting well-being through counseling and support services within the Northern Cape.

You will work directly with families, creating a safe and supportive environment for them to navigate difficulties and build resilience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field.
• Registered or eligible for registration with the relevant professional board.
• Proven experience in family counseling and intervention.
• Strong understanding of family systems theory and child development.
• Excellent active listening, empathy, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, couples, and family counseling sessions.
• Assess family needs and develop tailored intervention strategies.
• Offer support and guidance on parenting skills, conflict resolution, and communication.
• Facilitate group sessions for parents or families facing similar challenges.
• Connect families with relevant community resources and support networks.
• Maintain confidential client records and document progress accurately.

Skills

Active listening

Empathy

Problem-solving

Family systems theory

Child development

Education

Master's degree in psychology or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Family Support Counselor to provide essential services to families in the Kimberley region. This role focuses on strengthening family relationships, addressing challenges, and promoting well-being through counseling and support services within the Northern Cape . You will work directly with families, creating a safe and supportive environment for them to navigate difficulties and build resilience. This position requires empathy, strong therapeutic skills, and a commitment to fostering healthier family dynamics through dedicated in-person engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual, couples, and family counseling sessions.
• Assess family needs and develop tailored intervention strategies.
• Offer support and guidance on parenting skills, conflict resolution, and communication.
• Facilitate group sessions for parents or families facing similar challenges.
• Connect families with relevant community resources and support networks.
• Maintain confidential client records and document progress accurately.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field.
• Registered or eligible for registration with the relevant professional board.
• Proven experience in family counseling and intervention.
• Strong understanding of family systems theory and child development.
• Excellent active listening, empathy, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse families.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid package.
• Pension fund contribution.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and supervision.
• A meaningful career focused on strengthening families in Kimberley .