Counsellor - Mississauga, Canada - Associated Youth Services of Peel

Associated Youth Services of Peel

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Mississauga, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Associated Youth Services of Peel (AYSP) is an accredited, charitable organization, supporting children, youth and families with mental health and/or youth justice issues.

AYSP's team of professionals bring a wide range of knowledge and professional experience from diverse backgrounds to our workplace. Our teams have a strong collaborative work ethic and we are committed to ongoing professional development. AYSP provides a client-centred, strength-based approach to engage in a manner which is culturally sensitive, non-judgmental and respectful. Working together with our service partners, using a multi-systems perspective, AYSP provides services that are evidence-based and evidence-informed.

We are currently seeking Counsellors to join our Counselling team.

The Counselling program provides comprehensive assessment, collaborative treatment plans and case management for children and youth who are struggling with mental health issues, and their families.

Job Type:
Full-time Permanent

Location:
Head office in Peel Region

Union Affiliation:
OPSEU Local 592

Hours of Work: 35 hours a week (Days & Evenings)

Responsibilities:

Provide officebased and/or virtual counselling up to 6 months, or as determined by client need
Develop and deliver treatment and intervention plans in conjunction with the client, based upon a comprehensive, strengthbased ecological assessment
Provide case management for children, youth and their families, including working collaboratively with formal and informal support systems
Maintain professional documentation, in the form of assessments, progress reports, discharge summaries, and statistical information
Participate in weekly Peer and monthly Individual supervision
Establish and maintain professional alliances with collateral agencies and service providers
Work flexible hours related to the treatment needs of the clients, regular evening work will be required
Travel to external meetings within the Peel region will be required occasionally

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor of Social Work or related undergraduate degree; Master's degree in Social Work is considered an asset
Registration within the professional regulating body of either the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers or the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario in good standing is required
Minimum 2 years clinical experience working with children, youth and families with complex needs
Knowledge of and experience in the delivery of clinical interventions, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Brief Solution Focused Therapy and Trauma informed therapy
Demonstrated ability to work with multineed clients utilizing a goalfocused approach
Fluency in French or a language other than English is considered an asset

Salary Range:
$47,395 - $56,668 yearly

Why Join our Team?

We offer an excellent compensation package with a strong focus on health and wellness

We offer our employees:

3 weeks accrued paid vacation and 5 personal days per year
Registered Retirement Savings plan
Comprehensive Clinical Supervision provided
Professional development opportunities within the agency
Employerpaid staff training and development
Flexible work schedule
Excellent benefits, including health and dental coverage and Employee Assistance Program.