Child and Youth Counsellor

1 week ago

Brantford, Canada De dwa da dehs nye>s - Aboriginal Health Centre Full time

**INTRODUCTION**:
**Required Knowledge, Skills, and Ability**
- Knowledge and ability to integrate wholistic, strength and evidence-based practice into the planning and evaluation of client and program intervention from a trauma informed lens
- Knowledge of Indigenous cultures, customs, and traditions.
- Familiarity with the OCSWSSW Code of Ethic & Standards of Practice, CFSA, Youth Justice Act, Mental Health Act, Duty to Report and any other act as it pertains to the client(s) circumstances
- Knowledge of history of colonization and intergenerational traumas impacting the health and wellness of Indigenous Peoples.
- Knowledge of mental health and addictions counselling models, techniques, modalities, and approaches.
- Knowledge &/or Experience working with the Child Welfare System
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Knowledge of tools, systems and databases used in client services delivery and case management.
- Knowledge and understanding of pathways of care for various mental health and addictions issues.
- Possess self-awareness and engages in self-care techniques.
- Possess excellent time management, organization, and communication skills

**STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Post secondary degree in social work, psychology, &/or concurrent disorders or related field - Master’s Degree Preferred
- 1+ years’ experience working with individuals with complex needs
- Experience working with and extensive knowledge of Indigenous Peoples language, culture, customs, and traditions.

Pay: $56,097.60 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Brantford, ON N3T 3C5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (required)

**Experience**:

- working with individuals with complex needs: 1 year (required)
- Indigenous Peoples language, culture, customs & traditions.: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

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