Gender Based Violence Specialist and Public Educator

**Gender Based Violence Specialist and Public Educator**

**Position Summary**:
The Counselling Centre of East Algoma (CCEA) is seeking a full time creative, dynamic Gender Based Violence Specialist and Public Educator.

Over and above individual, crisis, and group counselling, the Counsellor will support the clients in their journey to choose a life free from violence using a broad holistic approach that integrates self-development and self-care, health and well
- being as well as supporting their economic empowerment.

For the clients who are looking to achieve economic self-sufficiency, the Counsellor will develop a collaborative plan of action for skill building, life skills support, computer training and job placements.

Specifically, the responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
**Individual, Group Counselling and Public Education**
- Create long
- and short-term plans for each counselling client. Provide on-going counselling and other follow-up services to clients and/or research and connect them to supports in the community. Conduct evaluation and outcome measurements on counselling sessions. Facilitate workshops and groups and deliver educational presentations in the community.

**Case Management**
- Assess and determine client’s needs and strengths to generate service plan. Conduct individualized safety plan with clients. Work as a team with other staff members to provide services in a holistic manner. Collect and update information and referral resources for client-related issues.

**Organizational and Administrative Duties**
- Manage documentation of cases in database system and client file accurately. Prepare performance reports quarterly and annually. Assist and participate in organizational activities such as program development, fundraising, and outreach/education events. Participate in staff meetings and case review sessions. Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

**Qualifications**:

- S.W. with 3 years of professional/personal experience or M.S.W. with 2 years of professional/personal experience. Familiarity with gender-based violence issues. Experience in social services or domestic violence/sexual assault services field. Background in education, behavioral psychology, program development, group facilitation and professional training development. Experience and comfort in conducting groups, workshops, and community presentations.
- Registered Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) or equivalent.
- Excellent case management and assessment skills to be able to develop collaborative plans of change and action.
- Knowledge of sustainable livelihood framework, health, employment, environmental/gardening/healthy cooking, yoga, meditation, etc.
- Organized with ability to keep detailed records, write reports, and deliver stats in a timely manner.
- Excellent social media, presentation and promotional and communication (written and verbal) skills.
- Proficient with practice management software, and specifically Caseworks.
- Leadership skills and ability to take initiative.
- Knowledge of major Indigenous and French languages an asset. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written communications

**Job Status**:
**Job Types**: Full-time. This position is contingent upon ongoing approved funding.

Benefits: Benefits will include, extended health care, RRSP contributions, sick and wellness leave upon completion of probation period.

Schedule: 7-hour shift, Monday to Friday

**COVID-19 considerations**:
Due to COVID - 19, the office remains open to some face-to-face appointments, workshops, and groups while some client appointments remain by phone or online virtual. As such, this position will involve working from home and in office as required until we transition to a hybrid work model. RIWC requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.Please let us know if you require accommodation for the recruitment process and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank you for your interest in the position. Only those shortlisted will be contacted.