Registered Indigenous Trauma‑Informed Clinical Counsellor

Work With Us; West Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Vancouver is seeking a compassionate Clinical Counsellor to provide critical mental wellness counselling services to children and families impacted by trauma. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in psychology or a relevant field, at least 2 years of counselling experience, and a passion for working with Indigenous communities. This full-time position offers a salary starting at $90,000, with various benefits including health and wellness days.

Benefits

Vacation days

Sick Leave days

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Wellness days

Cultural days

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in trauma, depression and/or anxiety counselling.
• Training in therapeutic modalities (e.g. EMDR, SE, IFS, Motivational Interviewing).
• Knowledge of trauma‑informed, culturally sensitive practices and traditional healing.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental wellness counselling for trauma crisis and intergenerational healing.
• Deliver crisis intervention during community-based critical incidents.
• Collaborate with First Nations communities and local agencies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Decision‑making ability

Time management skills

Experience working with Indigenous Peoples

Education

Masters degree in Psychology, Counselling Psychology or Social Work

Registration with BCACC or Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

Job description

A community support organization in Vancouver is seeking a compassionate Clinical Counsellor to provide critical mental wellness counselling services to children and families impacted by trauma. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in psychology or a relevant field, at least 2 years of counselling experience, and a passion for working with Indigenous communities. This full-time position offers a salary starting at $90,000, with various benefits including health and wellness days.