Youth Counselor & Community Advocate

Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 54,149 - 60,980; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Health and Dental Insurance

Discounted gym memberships

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A community resource center in Ottawa is seeking a Child and Youth Counsellor to provide direct service to children, youth, and families. The ideal candidate will have experience in crisis intervention and must be registered with the Ontario Association of Child and Youth Care. The role requires excellent communication skills and a commitment to health equity principles. Generous benefits and a unionized position are included.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years direct work experience with children, youth and families.
• Registration with the Ontario Association of Child and Youth Care required.
• Knowledge of counseling techniques for children, youth, and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct service including crisis intervention and counseling.
• Coordinate inter-agency referrals and maintain community links.
• Facilitate education and support groups.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Planning skills

Conflict resolution

Interpersonal skills

Education

Child and Youth Care Practitioner

University degree in related field

Tools

CIMS

WISH

Job description

A community resource center in Ottawa is seeking a Child and Youth Counsellor to provide direct service to children, youth, and families. The ideal candidate will have experience in crisis intervention and must be registered with the Ontario Association of Child and Youth Care. The role requires excellent communication skills and a commitment to health equity principles. Generous benefits and a unionized position are included.