INTRODUCTION:
De dwa da dehs nye>s Aboriginal Health Centre’s Mental Health & Addictions Program is seeking 1 Full-Time Child and Youth Mental Health Counsellor based in Brantford. The successful candidate will provide one-on-one mental health and addiction counselling services to children and youth ages six 6 to 24 and well as parental support.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Ability
· Knowledge and ability to integrate wholistic, strength and evidence-based practice into the planning and evaluation of client and program intervention from a trauma informed lens
· Knowledge of Indigenous cultures, customs, and traditions.
· Familiarity with the OCSWSSW Code of Ethic & Standards of Practice, CFSA, Youth Justice Act, Mental Health Act, Duty to Report and any other act as it pertains to the client(s) circumstances
· Knowledge of history of colonization and intergenerational traumas impacting the health and wellness of Indigenous Peoples.
· Knowledge of mental health and addictions counselling models, techniques, modalities, and approaches.
· Knowledge &/or Experience working with the Child Welfare System
· Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.
· Knowledge of tools, systems and databases used in client services delivery and case management.
· Knowledge and understanding of pathways of care for various mental health and addictions issues.
· Possess self-awareness and engages in self-care techniques.
· Possess excellent time management, organization, and communication skills
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS:
- Post secondary degree in social work, psychology, &/or concurrent disorders or related field – Master’s Degree Preferred
- Must be registered in good standing with the OCSWSSW.
In addition to requirements for the position, the ideal candidate would also possess some of the following qualifications:
- 1+ years’ experience working with kids and youth with complex needs
- Experience working with and extensive knowledge of Indigenous Peoples language, culture, customs, and traditions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Brantford, ON N3T 3C5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- Indigenous Peoples language, culture, customs & traditions.: 1 year (required)
- working with kids & youth with complex needs: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- registration as an SW with the OCSWSSW (required)
Work Location: In person
