43-2025 Counsellor Temporary Full Time Maternity Leave Replacement

Counsellor Temporary Full Time Maternity Leave Replacement 

We
are hiring a Counsellor who is committed to providing compassionate,
client-centered support and making a meaningful difference in the lives of
individuals and families.  This is a
unique opportunity to work as part of a collaborative clinical team delivering
therapeutic services to a diverse population. 
The successful candidate will bring strong clinical judgement,
trauma-informed practice, and a deep respect for the dignity and lived
experience of every client.

Join
a values-driven organization with over 100 years of service supporting Ottawa
families through life's challenges, where your work will have a lasting impact,
and your professional growth will be supported.

Location:
Ottawa, Office-based

Start
Date: Immediate

Position:
Union

Salary
Range: $57,641.05 to 64,757.03

Job
ID: – Counsellor

ABOUT
US

Family
Services à la famille Ottawa (FSO-SFO) has been strengthening individuals and
families—and, by extension, the Ottawa community—since 1914. We provide
skillful and compassionate support to help people navigate mental health
concerns, parenting challenges, and family conflict or violence. Through accessible counselling, support groups,
and educational programs, families increase their knowledge and skills, adopt healthy
strategies, build meaningful connections, and enhance resilience. We serve
individuals across the lifespan and within all types of family constellations,
including children, youth, transitional-aged youth, adults, seniors, couples,
and families. Our work is grounded in the real needs of clients, the complex
environments they live in, and a strong foundation of clinical and mental
health expertise.

From
Mothercare during the influenza epidemic of 1917, to
supporting families during post-WWII reintegration, to redefining family therapy to reflect the diverse realities of
"family"—FSO-SFO continues to innovate and evolve in response to the changing
needs of our community.

We
strive to utilize the best and promising practices, ensuring our
services remain relevant and impactful. Today, 98% of clients report that
working with FSO-SFO has had a positive impact on their lives.

As
an accredited non-profit charitable organization,
FSO-SFO is a trusted pillar of the Ottawa community. Our team is united by a
commitment to well-being, belonging, community, accountability, and
client-centered care. Join us in making a lasting difference for Ottawa families.

ABOUT
THE POSITION

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Counsellor to
join our dynamic Counselling team. At Family Services Ottawa (FSO), we are
committed to providing high-quality counselling services to individuals,
couples, families, and groups experiencing a range of mental health challenges.
This role includes direct clinical service with women (cis and trans)
who have experienced intimate partner abuse. The position will include participation in community development and contributing to
agency activities.

Key
responsibilities include:

·
Deliver
evidence-informed, trauma-informed, and strengths-based counselling

·
Conduct
assessments and develop treatment plans with clients

·
Provide
individual and group counselling for clients experiencing gender-based violence

·
Assist
clients with navigating systems and accessing practical support (e.g., housing,
income support, legal)

·
Offer
appropriate referrals and collaboration with external resources

·
Advocate
for clients when needed

·
Participate
in team meetings, staff development, supervision, and consultations

·
Contribute
to community outreach and development initiatives

·
Maintain
timely, accurate, and confidential client records and statistics

·
Prepare
correspondence and reports as required

·
Contribute
to agency committees and organizational initiatives

ABOUT YOU

You
are an empathetic and skilled counselling professional with:

·
A master's
degree in Social Work, Counselling Psychology, or a related field

·
Registration
in good standing with CRPO, OCSWSSW, or a relevant college

·
2-3
years' experience in psychotherapy with individuals, couples, or families

·
Experience
working with trauma and diverse populations

·
Knowledge
and experience in the area of gender-based violence; social and structural
factors impacting women experiencing intimate partner violence and their
children.

·
Knowledge
of legal, financial, housing, employment, and other social service resources in
the community.

·
Demonstrated
experience conducting safety planning, strong communication, assessment, and
organizational skills

·
Ability
to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting

·
Comfort
with technology and client databases

·
Fluency
in English is required; ability to provide counselling services in Arabic or
French is preferred

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Proof
of legal entitlement to work in Canada

Satisfactory
Vulnerable Sector Check

Availability
for evening and weekend work

We look forward to hearing from you.
FSO-SFO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are
committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Accommodation is available
throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know how we can best support
you.

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only
those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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