Family Development Counsellor

2 weeks ago


Victoria, Canada Thrive Social Services Society Full time

**Job Title**:Family Development Counsellor

**Temporary, Full-Time **ending March 31, 2024

**Closing Date**:March 29, 2023

**Starting date**: ASAP

**Job Summary**:Provides supportive services to parents, children, and/or youth. Services provided include crisis intervention, behaviour management, harm reduction, and risk assessment. Parent assessment, risk reduction, and support to families and children experiencing issues associated with child protection.

**Wage/Salary**:33.83 - 41.32 per hour, as per Collective Agreement.

**Location**:Greater Victoria - community based

**Hours of Work**:Flexible hours Tuesday-Saturday

**Key Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Assists case management team in identifying potential family issues.
- Participates in risk assessment and harm reduction planning and implementation.
- Monitors client's wellbeing and progress.
- Provides emotional support and feedback to children and families.
- Demonstrates and practices effective crisis management skills.
- May be required to give comprehensive and accurate testimony in court concerning issues of child protection.
- Excellent written and oral communication.
- Demonstrated ability to work well with individuals experiencing emotional distress and family trauma.

**Education, Training and Experience**:

- An undergraduate degree in human services (CYC/SW) or the equivalent combination of field specific education and work experience.
- At least two years previous work in a similar environment where issues of child safety and protection are a focus.
- Theoretical foundation in an established research-based Parenting Approach.
- Knowledge of the mandate of the Ministry of Children and Family Development.
- Familiarity with MCFD Family Vulnerability Assessment Model.
- Thorough knowledge of community supports and services typically accessed by clients referred to the program.
- Knowledge of substance misuse issues and complex mental health challenges and the effect on families.
- Familarity with Microsoft 365 and Electornic Client Records.

**Additional Information**:

- Employees will be **required** to provide a Criminal Record Check and driver's abstract.
- Employees in this position are required to work in a stressful environment often dealing with clientele in family crisis. The ability to function independently, frequently under pressure while managing a caseload, is essential.
- A valid class 5 driver's license, the use of a vehicle in good working order, with business insurance, and the ability to transport clients and/or children (tether bolt), **are required.**:

- Occupational First Aid Levle 1 (OFA) certification **required.**:

- Minimum of 2 COVID vaccinations required.

**How to Apply**:
Cover letter and resume, Attention: Program Manager re: Family Development Counsellor (Core Victoria), 1095 McKenzie Avenue, 4th floor; vicotira, BC V8P 2L5
- This position is open to all gender applicants and requires union membership._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

**Salary**: From $33.83 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Victoria, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-03-29
Expected start date: 2023-03-29



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