Family Support Counsellor - Mississauga, Canada - Our Place Peel

Our Place Peel

Verified Company

Mississauga, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Salary:
$49,504.00 per year

Organization Overview

Our Place Peel is a growing, community-based, non-profit charitable organization that is focused on providing shelter and outreach support for homeless and disadvantaged youth aged 16-24 in the Region of Peel.

We are a leading organization recognized in the community for our commitment to providing youth in need with a safe environment and access to services to help them achieve independence and foster growth.

Our Place Peel's mission is to empower youth through prevention, intervention and support in accessing safe and sustainable housing. Their vision is for all youth to have a place to call home.

What We Can Offer You:

Paid Time off
Casual Dress
Onsite parking
Training and education allowance
100% employer paid benefits
Wellness program
Employee and Family Assistance program
Opportunities for Growth

Position Profile:

Role Overview
**Responsibilities: - Meet with youth entering the shelters to explore safe alternative living arrangements

Mediate conversation between youth and their 'families' to help open up lines of communication
Provide counselling to youth and their 'families' to prevent homelessness and breakdown through solution focused supports, and diversion
Participate in client care reviews and team meetings to ensure effective delivery of support services and continuity of care
Facilitate social and emotional skills groups for youth in shelters and community
Collaborates with other agencies that work in the areas of youth homelessness and family support, by participating in meetings and community events
Utilize assessment tools to provide accurate care planning, outcomes and client center goal development
Supports youth and family with referrals to appropriate professional services
Compiles statistical information and prepares monthly reports as required for program evaluation and development
Maintain detailed and appropriate documentation for care planning and record keeping, progress notes, and care management plans
Participates on committees with other agencies to enhance and ensure coordinated services
Actively network within the community to promote the program and services by conducting presentations, attending information sessions and sitting on committees

Qualifications:

BSW or equivalent degree (i

e:
BSc Psychology, BA CYC, BSc Family and Social Sciences) in an accredited program

Member in good standing with appropriate regulatory body preferred.
Minimum 3 years' experience supporting youth at risk
2 to 4 years' direct counselling experience in evidencebased brief therapy modalities (Solutionfocused, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, CBT, DBT, etc.).
Strong knowledge of family systems theory
Strong understanding of and experience with Diversion Strategies and Housing First for Youth
Understanding of the barriers faced by youth both within their identified families.
Supports and counsels through trauma informed care
Works from an antioppressive framework and must be culturally competent
Strong selfmotivation and ability to work independently, as well as part of a counselling team
Demonstrated and proven ability to engage youth facing complex barriers, as well those who may have been victimized
Strong presentation and group facilitation skills
Strong interpersonal communication, advocacy, problem solving and negotiation skills
Strong organizational, effective time management and planning skills
Proficient with computers, MS Office products, database entry and compiling statistics
Ability to work rotating shifts including some weekends and holidays
A valid Ontario Driver's License, access to a vehicle and $2,000,000 (minimum) liability car insurance coverage are mandatory
Valid CPI/UMAB and First Aid/ CPR certifications
Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check that meets the standards of Our Place Peel
Must be flexible to work at Brampton and/or Mississauga location

How to Apply:

Our Place Peel is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations for disabilities will be provided to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process upon request.

We are dedicated to providing an atmosphere free from barriers in order to promote equity, inclusivity and diversity. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all employees

_ DISCLAIMER_

This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job._

Job Type:
Full-Time

Work Environment:
Office, shelter and travel across Peel

Salary:
$49,504 (plus competitive benefits package) per year