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Counsellor, Intensive Treatment Services
Garden River
Social Services
POSTED:
3 weeks ago
Employer:
Algoma Family Services
ES Job ID:
15520
Closing Date:
May 14, 2024
Salary:
31.11
Duration:
Full Time
Job Description:
Position: Counsellor, Intensive Treatment Services
Reports to: Clinical Manager/Manager, Mental Health and Addictions
Location: Garden River Wellness Centre Status: Permanent, Full-Time
Naan-Doo We'An Wigwam Health Centre
Hourly Rate: $31.11 - $37.99 Reference #: ITS-0425-01
Posting Date: April 25, 2024
JOB SUMMARY:
Intensive Treatment Clinicians use an Intensive Systemic Treatment Model to treat children and youth with complex mental health difficulties. Utilizing systemic strengths the therapists work to preserve natural family environments and, whenever required, work to reduce the need for out-of-home placement.
Reports to: Clinical Manager/Manager, Mental Health and Addictions
Location: Garden River Wellness Centre Status: Permanent, Full-Time
Naan-Doo We'An Wigwam Health Centre
Hourly Rate: $31.11 - $37.99 Reference #: ITS-0425-01
Posting Date: April 25, 2024
JOB SUMMARY:
Intensive Treatment Clinicians use an Intensive Systemic Treatment Model to treat children and youth with complex mental health difficulties. Utilizing systemic strengths the therapists work to preserve natural family environments and, whenever required, work to reduce the need for out-of-home placement.
Required Skills:
MINIMUM EDUCATION/REGISTRATION
- Bachelor Degree of Social Work, Bachelor of Arts or a degree in the Social Sciences accepted
- Current registration and in good standing with regulated professional college (RSW, RP) is required.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
- Two years' clinical experience working in a related field preferred
- Equivalent combinations of training and experience may be considered
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of family-based interventions, systems theory, child development and behaviour management.
- Knowledge of empirically based treatment models.
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a treatment team.
- Knowledge of pertinent legislation, such as The Child, Youth and Family Services Act, The Education Act, The Mental Health Act and the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
- Proficiency with computers, especially Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and data MIS.
- Ability to provide services in both official languages (English/French) an asset.
- Proficiency with computers and software applications such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Excel, Access, and data MIS.
- Possession of a valid Ontario Driver's License (minimum of Class G if over the age of 19 and Class G2 license if 19 and under), ability to travel within the district of Algoma and use of a personal vehicle.
- Availability to work flexible hours including evenings and occasional weekends.
- Ability to provide services in both official languages (English/French) is an asset.
- Full COVID-19 Vaccination.
- Bachelor Degree of Social Work, Bachelor of Arts or a degree in the Social Sciences accepted
- Current registration and in good standing with regulated professional college (RSW, RP) is required.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
- Two years' clinical experience working in a related field preferred
- Equivalent combinations of training and experience may be considered
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of family-based interventions, systems theory, child development and behaviour management.
- Knowledge of empirically based treatment models.
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a treatment team.
- Knowledge of pertinent legislation, such as The Child, Youth and Family Services Act, The Education Act, The Mental Health Act and the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
- Proficiency with computers, especially Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and data MIS.
- Ability to provide services in both official languages (English/French) an asset.
- Proficiency with computers and software applications such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Excel, Access, and data MIS.
- Possession of a valid Ontario Driver's License (minimum of Class G if over the age of 19 and Class G2 license if 19 and under), ability to travel within the district of Algoma and use of a personal vehicle.
- Availability to work flexible hours including evenings and occasional weekends.
- Ability to provide services in both official languages (English/French) is an asset.
- Full COVID-19 Vaccination.
How to Apply:
PLEASE SEND YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO [email protected] QUOTING REFERENCE # ITS-0425-0.
Algoma Family Services (AFS) is dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve. AFS encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Applicants that may require accommodation during the selection process are encouraged to notify HR when contacted for an interview.
This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the OPSEU.
Algoma Family Services (AFS) is dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve. AFS encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Applicants that may require accommodation during the selection process are encouraged to notify HR when contacted for an interview.
This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the OPSEU.
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