Youth & Family Counsellor I / II - Academy
4 days ago
About usAt Wood's Homes, we prioritize dignity, integrity, and respect in all our interactions. We are committed to reducing stigma, promoting mental health, and supporting Truth and Reconciliation, diversity, and inclusivity. Commitment to high-risk adolescents, challenged with some very tough issues, is not easy. These are the times when our frontline workers spring into action. The type of work we do requires quick thinking, patience, confidence, forgiveness and persistence.
Why Choose Us?
Competitive compensation package which includes:
YFC-I Salary Range: $ $30.56
Acuity premium ($1.00-$2.00/hr) depending on program area.
Shift premium ($3.00/hr) for all hours worked between 11:00pm and 7:00am
Employer/Employee paid health benefits through Sunlife
Retirement Pension Program (We'll match your contributions)
Opportunities for growth and professional development
The Role
The Youth and Family Counsellor works on a rotational shift schedule 4 days on/4 days off which includes days, evenings, weekends and awake overnight shifts, ensuring 24/7 coverage for the youth in our care. The Youth and Family Counsellor is responsible for the direct care and treatment of children within our programs. Providing support and services that impact the healing and wellbeing of children, young people, and families through individualized case management, and ongoing development of structure, routine, and goal setting within the program.
Responsibilities:
Lead therapeutic interventions and case management for children and families, including attending meetings and consultations.
Create and maintain a structured environment that supports therapeutic engagement and increased functioning.
Teach daily life skills, including chores, routines, and personal hygiene.
Develop and revise individual care plans and goals in collaboration with other team members.
Provide cultural and spiritual engagement opportunities, connecting youth with Elders and spiritual leaders.
Manage crisis situations using non-abusive restraint techniques aligned with Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI).
Perform tasks related to program functioning, such as meal preparation, cleaning, and transportation.
Ensure program compliance with Children and Family Services Licensing, COR Certification, and Accreditation Standards.
Qualifications:
Class 5 driver's license and own transportation.
Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
Diploma or Degree in Social Sciences, Child and Youth Care, Addictions and Mental Health, Peer Support, Social Work, Nursing, or a related field, with a minimum of two to four years of related experience.
Minimum of 2 years experience working with vulnerable populations within various systems including the child welfare, homeless serving, criminal justice, developmental disabilities, or FSCD systems of care.
We embrace each other's differences and strive to learn and grow from them. If you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process, feel free to let us know and we'll be more than happy to assist you.
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