Trauma-Informed Counselor for Moms & Kids

Jean Tweed; Toronto; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health Care

Dental Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

The Jean Tweed Centre is seeking a dedicated counsellor to support women with substance use and related concerns. You will provide intake, assess needs, and develop service plans, delivering trauma‑informed individual and group counselling while coordinating referrals.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s in a relevant field (Master’s preferred), 3–5 years in addictions, strong communication skills, and comfort working within a harm‑reduction, community‑based framework in Toronto, Ontario.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Nursing, Psychology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in addictions.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Working knowledge of the social service system in the designated service area.
• Proficiency in computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience counselling and outreach for substance use and mental health issues.
• Harm reduction approach.
• Experience in community-based settings and community development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client intake where designated.
• Assess clients’ needs to determine a service plan.
• Provide counselling to individuals, groups, and families.
• Use trauma‑informed approaches in service delivery.
• Facilitate and co‑facilitate groups and individual counselling.
• Refer to additional supports (mental health, primary care, etc.).
• Coordinate with supports for integrated care.
• Engage in capacity building across agencies for trauma‑informed care.

Skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Computer skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Counselling experience

Harm reduction

Community-based work

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Nursing, Psychology or equivalent

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The Jean Tweed Centre is seeking a dedicated counsellor to support women with substance use and related concerns. You will provide intake, assess needs, and develop service plans, delivering trauma‑informed individual and group counselling while coordinating referrals.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s in a relevant field (Master’s preferred), 3–5 years in addictions, strong communication skills, and comfort working within a harm‑reduction, community‑based framework in Toronto, Ontario.