Counsellor

We are seeking a full-time Counsellor.

**LOCATION**:
This position will travel between our offices to provide Rapid Access Counselling services in Moose Jaw, Gravelbourg, Assiniboia and possibly one other rural location.

**DUTIES to include**:
Provide counselling sessions in person, virtually and by phone
Client support and counselling to individuals, couples and families in crisis
Develop/promote/facilitate Moose Jaw Family Services programming including groups, training, workshops and presentations
Advocate, support and effectively collaborate with community agencies for clients personal, physical and emotional health
Plan/promote/attend counselling sessions in person, virtually and by phone and public events

**What we can offer you**:
Rewarding, meaningful work in a positive workplace
Supportive team environment
Opportunity for continuous personal and professional growth
A fulfilling job you will look forward to going to

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
University Bachelor's Degree
Must be licensed and in good standing with respective professional licensing body
Knowledge and experience in various counselling areas including: interpersonal violence and abuse, family therapy, crisis intervention and group facilitation, mental health
Knowledge and experience providing Solution-Focused Therapy.

Knowledge of counselling theories, understanding of client-centered and strength-based services
Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills
Computer literacy level to respond to the requirements of the position
Team player with a positive attitude
Reliability and flexibility to meet the demands of the position
Effective decision-making skills
Valid drivers license and reliable vehicle

**Skills And Abilities**

Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own vehicle
- Willing to travel
- Valid driver's licence
- Travel expenses paid by employer
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Registered Clinical Counsellor
Additional Skills
- Perform administrative tasks
Specific Skills
- Write reports (assessment, follow-up, progress, court reports, etc.)
- Assess clients' problems
Work Setting
- Community service organization
Client Population
- Adolescents
- Adults
- Families
- Couples
Work Location Information
- Rural community
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Child abuse registry check
- Driver's validity licence check
Area of Counselling Specialization
- Stress management
- Life transitions
- Depression
- Childhood and adolescent issues
- Bereavement
- Anger management
- Anxiety/panic

**Salary**: $60,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- No weekends

Work Location: One location