Clinical Counsellor

Encompass Support Services Society is an accredited, non-profit agency that provides a wide range of programs and support services in Langley and Aldergrove for over 25 years. We help to build strong, sustainable communities by offering inclusive, accessible services tailored to meet the changing needs of the individuals and community we serve.

At Encompass, we are committed to a journey towards cultural humility and safety; for the well-being of those we serve and those we work along-side. We gratefully acknowledge that the programs, services and offices of Encompass are on the unceded, sovereign Indigenous lands of the Coast Salish People. This includes the territories of Kwantlen, Katzie, Matsqui and Semiahmoo First Nations. We also acknowledge the Métis and Inuit people who make Langley their home.

Our purpose is to strengthen the health and vitality of community by identifying and responding to community needs, collaborating to enhance the lives of those we serve, while cultivating effective and sustainable partnerships.

Our vision is to empower individuals, to connect people, and to enrich lives. We value community, integrity, excellence, accountability, dynamic leadership and culture, advocacy, diversity, empowerment and collaboration.

Programs and supports are designed to build new skills, to foster healthy, productive lifestyles and to improve access to services within our community. Services are low-barrier, all-inclusive and at no cost to participants. Annually, we provide services to over 2500 individuals and families.

**The Opportunity**

We are seeking someone who wants to make a difference and has a passion for supporting children and youth, and their family members, who have experienced trauma. A good fit for our agency is a self-directed, engaging and empathetic Clinical Counsellor who has clear knowledge, experience and understanding of trauma as it relates to the experience of a child or youth. We are looking for someone who can function independently yet also interface well with our Clinical Coordinator who oversees the program. This position will provide comprehensive clinical counselling to children and youth, and their families, who have experienced trauma.

JOB POSTING: 2023-0100 Clinical Counsellor - Trauma Intervention Program
DATE: April 03, 2023
POSITION: Permanent, Part-Time

HOURS OF WORK: 14 Hours per week, with the possibility to increase hours as a contractor if desired
Flexible Work Schedule with potential for some weekends and evenings
BENEFITS: not eligible
VACATION: as per ESSS policy
CLOSING: Open until filled
ANTICIPATED START DATE: ASAP

**Key Responsibilities**
- Provides comprehensive clinical counselling and psychotherapy to children and youth, and their family members, who have experiences of trauma or toxic stress, using a variety of psychotherapeutic techniques. Assessment and treatment practices will be consistent with the MCFD Trauma Informed Practice guidelines and the Attachment, Regulation, and Competency (ARC) Framework.
- Interviews participants to gather case history information. Assesses profound social, psychological, emotional and/ behavioral issues affecting participants. Identifies core areas of concern to be addressed by clinical counselling.
- Identifies, assesses and monitors participants’ needs in conjunction with caregivers and/or other service providers.
- Provides individual, family, as well as group therapy and education groups.
- Develops and implements treatment plans and interventions.
- Provides follow-up support to participants after the end of therapy/treatment, as appropriate. Monitors and evaluates participants’ functioning and interaction with family, friends and in the community. Advises other professionals involved with participants’ cases where further evaluation or more intensive treatment is required.
- Provides consultation to those working with participant cases (social workers, probation officers, other organization staff, and professionals) and to the broader community.
- Provides required reports on participants’ behavior and progress. Maintains clinical records indicating the nature and duration of treatment.
- Maintains waitlist, including the provision of waitlist management, monthly reporting and statistical requirements as needed.
- Assesses referrals by gathering information, determining eligibility, service priorities and providing appropriate additional referral services as needed.
- Performs other related duties as required.

**Qualifications**
- 1. Education and Knowledge_
- Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology, Social Work or a related field.
- 2. Training and Experience_
- Two (2) years recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Specialization in the treatment of trauma through basic training, continuing education or clinical experience.
- Direct service delivery experience in the community social services sector with a demonstrated work