Role overview

Job Summary:
The Clinical Counselor will:
•Work alongside a multi-disciplinary early intervention team and participate in program development.
•Facilitate counseling to children and/or families who are considered at risk in one or more areas of development.
•Participate in regular service reviews, case and team consultation/supervision and meetings as required.
•Develop and implement therapeutic plans and programs and evaluate their effectiveness.
•Maintain a caseload and provide transition planning.
•Liaise with and provide referrals to community agencies, committees, and other professionals.
•Establish and maintain current professional practice.

Education, Training and Experience

Master’s degree in counselling psychology or a related field.
Minimum 2 years of recent experience with children and families
Demonstrated working knowledge of family centered practice, early intervention, child development, family support and community-based services

Qualifications:Skills and Abilities

Must possess organizational and time management skills
Ability to work effectively with staff, volunteers, and organizations
Flexible in responding to changing conditions and committed to working within a team environment
Familiar with using an electronic database and virtual platforms
Valid BC Driver’s License and personal vehicle
Demonstrated ability to work alone and unsupervised

Personal Attributes

Positive role model including modeling a healthy lifestyle
Empathy, warmth, and understanding
Ability to work effectively with families, colleagues, volunteers, and organizations
Current, satisfactory criminal record search

Advocacy:

To advocate for individual clients and families so they obtain needed support
To support families in advocating for their child
To advocate for support and change within the systems that affect children and families

Please Note:

The successful candidate will begin employment at the Clements Building
Hours are flexible and negotiable, opportunities for hybrid working in office and from home
This position will require a valid B.C. Driver’s License and use of personal vehicle for transportation
This position is open to all qualified individuals and requires Union membership
This position will remain open until a qualified candidate is found