Remote Counsellor or Social Worker

TELUS; Regina; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

TELUS Health is seeking a Counsellor or Social Worker to provide digital counseling services for their Employee Assistance Program in Saskatchewan. This role involves supporting clients with complex life challenges through solution-focused therapy, and comes with competitive benefits and opportunities for clinical supervision and career growth.

Benefits

Flexible benefits plan from day one

Paid time off including vacation and professional development

Clinical Excellence bonus incentive

Professional membership renewal allowance

Access to TELUS Health EFAP & Virtual Wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree required.
• Registration with a Professional College or Association.
• Counseling experience working with professionals is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide digital counseling services for the Employee Assistance Program.
• Support clients with complex life challenges and engagement in solution-focused therapy.
• Manage administrative requirements per TELUS Health's clinical models.

Skills

Time-management skills

Solution-focused approach

Ability to set objectives

Managing high-risk cases

Education

Master's Degree in Counselling, Psychology, or Social Work

Job description

TELUS Health is empowering every person to live their healthiest life. Guided by our vision, we are leveraging the power of our leading edge technology and focusing on the uniqueness of each individual to create the future of health. As a global-leading health and well-being provider – encompassing physical, mental and financial health – TELUS Health is improving health outcomes for consumers, patients, healthcare professionals, employers and employees.

Counsellor or Social Worker (EAP & WSP Program)
Anywhere in Saskatchewan
Permanent Full Time

Summary: Reporting to the Regional Clinical Manager, you will be providing digital counselling services for the TELUS health Employee Assistance Program (EAP) in Saskatchewan.

Workplace Support Programs (WSP): A group of programs designed to address mental health concerns in the workplace. TELUS Health's Workplace Support Program offers early intervention into employee mental health issues that require solutions beyond short-term EAP support or as part of disability case management. The programs provide professional assessment and counseling to support an individual's return to productivity. These interventions address issues requiring longer-term, specialized, or intensive care to prevent or manage workplace performance problems, absence, and disability.

Our Counsellors:

• Engage in solution-focused therapy, supporting clients with complex life challenges
• Support clients in active participation in change using a strength-based approach
• Provide excellent clinical services and embrace TELUS Health's culture of continuous learning
• Manage administrative requirements as per TELUS Health's clinical models

Core qualifications and skills:

• Master’s Degree in Counselling, Psychology, or Social Work
• Registration with a Professional College or Association
• Ability to set short-term objectives and apply a solution-focused approach
• Experience managing high-risk cases, including clients who pose a threat to self or others
• Excellent time-management skills for handling a large volume of clients
• Previous counseling experience working with professionals is an asset

What TELUS Health offers:

• A flexible benefits plan from day one
• Paid time off including vacation, well-being, & professional development days
• Clinical supervision and career growth opportunities
• Clinical Excellence bonus incentive
• Professional membership renewal allowance
• Access to TELUS Health EFAP & Virtual Wellbeing services

About Us: We are a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team committed to innovation and making a positive impact. We foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity and are committed to fair employment practices. We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process.

Note: As part of employment, all team members working at Data Centers or with access to technology related to client service delivery are subject to a Personnel Security Screening. Additionally, due to health and safety protocols, all new team members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

For Quebec candidates: English knowledge is required for interactions and software use related to the role.

By applying, you agree that your information will be shared with TELUS Group of Companies’ Talent Acquisition team(s) and relevant leaders involved in the selection process.