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**About FRAFCA**:
The Fraser Region Aboriginal Friendship Centre Association is a non-profit organization that provides a diverse range of culturally safe and supportive services to Indigenous People residing in the Fraser Region. As a Friendship Center, we work to strengthen connections to culture, community and wellness and work from a decolonizing perspective. Our philosophy is to provide a culturally safe, collaborative wrap around model of care.
**About Surrey**:
The City of Surrey is one of 21 municipalities in Metro Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada. We are located on the Lower Mainland on the south side of the Fraser River and share a border with the United States of America. Surrey is situated on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Salish Peoples, including
the qicəy (Katzie), qʷɑ:nƛən (Kwantlen), and Semiahma (Semiahmoo) land-based nations.
**Why FRAFCA**:
- Opportunity to work alongside cultural knowledge keepers & Elders
- Holistic, culturally safe, approaches to serving our clients and community
- Freedom to share and observe own cultural practices (i.e. smudging in the office)
- Access WorkBC Employers Training grants and other bursaries to fund training & other professional development
- Extended Health Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Travel) and Employee Assistance Plan after 3-months on continuous employment
- Paid vacation days (up to 25 days based on years of service)
- Offices located along main transportation routes (Main office closely location to the Skytrain station);
- Parking available on-site
**Position Overview**:
The Traditional Counsellor is a key member of the Complex Care House team, providing culturally grounded, trauma-informed counseling and support to Indigenous residents facing significant mental health, substance use, and housing challenges using a harm-reduction approach. The role focuses on facilitating healing through traditional Indigenous practices.
This position is ideal for an individual deeply rooted in Indigenous cultural practices, with strong counseling experience and a passion for working with individuals with complex needs.
**Job Duties and Responsibilities**:
1. **Cultural and Spiritual Support**:
- Provide culturally appropriate counseling grounded in Indigenous traditions, practices, and beliefs.
- Facilitate access to traditional healing methods, such as smudging, drumming, and talking circles.
- Support residents in reconnecting with their Indigenous heritage, identity, and spirituality.
2. **Individual and Group Counseling**:
- Offer one-on-one counseling to address trauma, mental health, and substance use issues.
- Facilitate group therapy sessions to foster a sense of community and shared healing among residents.
- Work with residents on emotional regulation, harm reduction, coping mechanisms, and personal development.
3. **Trauma-Informed Care**:
- Provide trauma-informed care tailored to individuals with complex needs, including those impacted by intergenerational trauma, the 60s Scoop, residential schools, and foster care.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to create integrated care plans for residents.
4. **Case Management**:
- Work closely with residents, developing personalized care plans that incorporate both traditional and Western approaches to healing.
- Provide referrals to external services and supports, including mental health, substance use treatment, and social services.
- Assist in transition planning for residents, including housing and community reintegration.
5. **Community and Family Engagement**:
- Build strong relationships with family members and community supports to facilitate holistic care.
- Engage with Elders, knowledge keepers, and other cultural practitioners to bring additional healing practices to the residents.
6. **Advocacy and Empowerment**:
- Advocate for the rights and needs of residents within the care system.
- Empower residents by promoting self-determination and strengthening their connections to their communities.
7. **Training and Capacity Building**:
- Provide training to staff on Indigenous cultural safety and the importance of culturally sensitive care.
- Participate in continuous professional development and training to stay informed on best practices in trauma-informed care and Indigenous healing methodologies.
- Plan, and assist in development, and implement workshops and educational series for CCH participants with a focus on spiritual, emotional, physical, and mental health.
**Qualifications and Experience**:
**1. Education and Certification**:
- Diploma or degree in Indigenous studies, social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field.
- Certification in Indigenous healing practices, trauma-informed care, or mental health counseling (preferred).
- Training or certification in cultural safety and humility (an asset).
**2. Experience**:
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in providing counseling services, with a focus on working with
