Crisis Counsellor - Midland, Canada - Huronia Transition Homes

Huronia Transition Homes
Huronia Transition Homes
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Midland, Canada

1 month ago

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Huronia Transition Homes is non-profit organization working to end all violence against all women.

We operate 4 primary programs, including La Maison Rosewood Shelter a woman-centered organization that provides support to women who are fleeing violence, or are experiencing homelessness.

We are committed to providing our services within an intersectional feminist and harm reduction integrated environment.

La Maison Rosewood Shelter (a program of Huronia Transition Homes) is currently hiring a full-time contract residential Crisis Counsellor. This position works rotating shifts of 12.5 hours, with both day and night shifts required.

  • Postsecondary education in a relevant discipline and or equivalent life/work experience;
  • Knowledge of issues contained within the violence against women framework;
  • Experience working with women of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, socioeconomic and linguistic needs;
  • Ability to provide immediate and responsive crisis counselling in person and by telephone to women experiencing abuse;
  • Ability to provide information, support, practical assistance, safety planning, resources, referrals and advocacy for women as needed;
  • Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills;
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills;
  • Ability to work independently and participate as a team member;
  • Communication skills in French or another language would be an asset.


In keeping with our commitment to represent all our communities, aboriginal women, francophone women, queer-identified and racialized women are especially encouraged to apply.

Please note, this is a full-time contract position until March 2023, with the possibility of extension. Huronia Transition Homes requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

Please submit your up-to-date resumé, as well as a cover letter highlighting your experience, to: Cindy Larocque, Director of Operations


Job Types:
Full-time, Fixed term contract


Salary:
$54,452.00-$64,481.00 per year


Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Midland, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:


  • Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location:
One location
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