Clinical Counselor

**Port Alberni Family Guidance Association** is looking for a Family Clinical Counselor. We are a registered Charity and not for profit that has been in operation for 53 years. We are seeking someone who is passionate about their work and provide in-person or virtual services.
**Position Summary**
Our Family Counsellor provides therapy to families and family members referred by the Ministry of Child and Family Development and the community. Therapist will assess, formulate, and carry out case plans for effective intervention with families dealing with a child or youth with mental health challenges or with families referred by the child protection system. Working with a trauma informed perspective, interventions will range from brief to longer term. This position requires a strong team player who can effectively liaise with social workers, clinicians, and community professionals.
**Hours**:
28-35 hours/week, Flexible with this
**Wage**:
37.66 per hour. This is a BCGEU union position and we are in the process of a new collective agreement, this wage is about to change 10%, April 1 2023
**Benefits**:
Extended health and dental
- Long term disability, life insurance, accidental death &
dismemberment coverage
- Pension plan
- Generous paid time off, starting at 3 weeks
We are looking for an experienced masters-level counsellor who has leadership qualities and has a passion for complexity.
- Highly organized
- Proactive
- Self-motivated
- The ability and willingness to be detail-oriented in record-keeping
- Master’s degree (minimum) in psychology, clinical social work, or education counselling psychology.
- RCC, CCC or RSW designation
- Trauma-informed practice
- Active professional liability insurance
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- Strong psychotherapy skills
- Skills and/or training in supervision an asset
**Qualifications**:
- Graduate degree in counselling psychology and counseling related discipline
- Training in Trauma Informed Practice, Attachment, and family systems an asset
- At least 2 years providing therapy to families
- Basic understanding of substance uses issues, effects of trauma on development, parenting and attachment
- Experience with clients dealing with family conflict or domestic violence
- Experience facilitating group therapy an asset
- Criminal record check required
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Cultural sensitivity
- Strong understanding of the child protection system
Skills and/or training in clinical supervision an asset. Connect Parent Group training also an asset.
Closing Date:
April 30, 2023
**Salary**:
From $40.00 per hour
**Benefits**:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Schedule:
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Port Alberni, BC:
reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
**Education**:
- Master's Degree (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Registered with BCACC or Canadian governing body (required)
Work Location:
One location
Application deadline:
2023-04-30
Expected start date:
2023-05-15