Family Development Counsellor

1 week ago

Victoria, Canada Thrive Social Services Society Full time

**Jop Title**:Family Development Counsellor, Full time, Temporary

**Closing date**:September 29, 2025

**Start date**:September ASAP - March 31, 2026

**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**:$38.68-$48.88 per hour, as per Collective Agreement.

**Location**:Greater Victoria
- community based

**Hours of Work**:Flexible hours Tuesday to 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 well-being 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.
- 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 program.
- Knowledge of substance misuse issues and complex mental health challenges and the effect on families.
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and Electronic 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 Level 1 (OFA) certification **required**.

**How to Apply**:
Pay: $38.68-$48.88 per hour

Work Location: In person

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