Counsellor

Our client is a dynamic not-for-profit organization, dedicated to supporting children, youth, and families by delivering compassionate, responsive mental health services. They provide a full continuum of services, including counseling, prevention and well-being programs, short-term live-in treatment, crisis stabilization, youth justice services, and special needs programming. Our client's focus on coordinated access ensures that every child and youth aged 0-17 receives tailored, multi-disciplinary care to meet their unique needs. They are looking for passionate people to join their vision and mission

Are you passionate about contributing to meaningful change?

The Pod Group is partnering with this amazing organization to place a resourceful, compassionate, and skilled individual to fulfill the role of a Counsellor.

WHY YOUR ROLE MATTERS

As the Counsellor, you will develop and implement treatment plans based on a comprehensive assessment process and provide therapeutic clinical mental health services to children, youth (ages birth to 18), and their families. This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a dedicated team making a real difference in the community. If you are a compassionate, motivated, and organized professional looking for purpose-driven work, we want to hear from you.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Screening, Assessment & Problem Identification

• Screen perspective clients to determine the appropriateness for services and urgency of their needs.
• Collect information about the client's past and current functioning.
• Make direct observations to inform assessments.
• Integrate gathered facts and observations to develop a working hypothesis that identifies client needs, guiding the appropriate management and intervention (treatment).

Treatment

• Develop a treatment plan once a working hypothesis about the client has been established.
• Treatment plans will be goal-oriented and based on well-established theories of biological, psychological, and social development.
• Treatment may involve individual, group, family therapy, or psycho-educational workshops utilizing evidence-based therapies. Treatment durations will vary according to the needs of the client.

Case Management & Clinical Recordings

• Complete clinical documentation in accordance with the organization's Clinical Records Policy.
• Be responsible for case management, which includes community case consultations, service coordination, and access to both internal services and external community resources.
• Handle other case management duties as needed, depending on each case.

Community Consultation and Education

• Provide consultation and educational services, which may be case, program, or educational-centered.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW) or equivalent degree is required. Master's Degree is Social work is considered a strong asset.
• Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) or College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO).
• Clinical experience working with high-risk children, youth and their families in a voluntary setting required.
• Highly developed psychosocial assessment skills.
• Proficiency with computer applications.
• Demonstrated clinical skills in providing planning, therapy, and counseling support to individuals and families.
• Strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex cases.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and excellence in practice.
• Excellent decision-making, problem recognition, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and rewarding environment.
• Flexible work hours are required.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EDIB

The success of an organization stems from a team that is aligned with its mission and vision, where decisions are made in the best interests of the clients they serve and the marginalized and vulnerable populations across our communities. Through this effort, all team members embrace their roles in the organization with respect and dignity for all stakeholders. Through these partnerships, everyone is focused on ensuring a commitment and responsibility toward anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, diversity, inclusivity, and belonging.

OUR PARTNERSHIP - THE POD GROUP

The Pod Group (PG) connects candidates with amazing career opportunities in Ontario We collaborate extensively with not-for-profit and community-based organizations, including health, social services, developmental, housing, mental health, and community health care.

We promote a unique candidate experience that integrates equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in our engagement with candidates. Our recruitment strategy focuses on learning more about your career goals and aligning your passion with mission-driven work.

We thank you for your interest in applying

Unionized Salary Range: $34.59 to $42.12 CAD Hourly

Vacancy: Current Opening