Youth and Family Counsellor

1 week ago


Durham, Canada FRONTENAC YOUTH SERVICES Full time

J**OB DESCRIPTION: YOUTH AND FAMILY COUNSELLOR**

**REPORTING TO: CLINICAL DIRECTOR/CLINICAL MANAGER**

***:
Under the supervision of the Clinical Director or Clinical Manager, Youth and Family Counsellors (YFC) will work with youth and their families to promote change and growth within the family, home, school and community. The YFC will conduct standardized assessments to determine treatment recommendations. Using a variety of theoretical frameworks, the Youth and Family Counsellor will provide a combination of family, individual and group therapy for clients.

**Qualifications/Conditions of Employment**:

- Master’s Degree in social work or a relevant discipline (i.e. psychology, counselling, education)
- Must be registered and in good standing with an appropriate professional regulatory college (e.g. Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, the College of Psychology).
- Training in Crisis Intervention, Risk Assessment, and Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioural Therapies are considered assets.
- Training in Suicide Risk Assessment and Support is an asset.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in adolescent mental health (is preferred)
- Travel is required for this position, a valid class G Ontario driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle and an acceptable driving record.
- Knowledge of EMHWare electronic client system/interRAI assessment tools is an asset
- Satisfactory Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sectors Screening and Pre-Employment Medical.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently.

**WORKING CONDITIONS**:

- Work is performed in various settings (such as office, work from home, community).
- Work hours and schedules are set by the Clinical Director/Clinical Manager and will involve a minimum of one evening a week.
- Requirement to drive and have access to a reliable vehicle.
- May be required to work with aggressive and/or volatile clients.

The above job description reflects the major aspects of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements inherent in the job. All positions may be assigned other job related duties as required from time to time.

**Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism**:
We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, skill-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at (905) 579-1551.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $33.48-$37.81 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- Vision care

**Education**:

- Master's Degree (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- registration with College of Social Workers/Psychotherapists (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Durham, ON L1H 0C6

Application deadline: 2024-12-31


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