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child and youth counsellor
Title posted on indeed.com - Child & Youth Counsellor
Posted on November 18, 2024 by Employer details Burnaby Family Life
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Burnaby Family Life has been changing lives for more than 50 years and we want you to join our team! We are seeking an energetic, motivated, and compassionate *Child & Youth Counsellor *to work with children and youth (aged 3-18) who have witnessed abuse or violence. The counsellor provides one to one, family and group counselling, education and advocacy for children and youth as well as emotional support and psycho- education to parents and caregivers. Prevention and outreach work are also integral to this role, you will help promote awareness and education about the impact of violence on children to our community and collaborate with community service providers. Be part of a work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness, and integrity. Burnaby Family Life is proud to offer an extensive benefits package. * Retirement savings * Extended health care * Professional and career development * Wellness and preventative health * Vacation and sick time *Hours*: 21 hours weekly, flexible schedule, but requires the necessary availability to work with this age range, including evening hours. *Wage:* *$32.02 to $33.97* based on education and experience. *Benefits:* Eligibility for group benefits after probation. *Start Date: *As soon as possible. *Education, Training, Experience:* * Bachelor?s degree in social work, Child and Youth Care, Psychology or a related field and equivalent combination of education and 3 or more years of related recent experience working in community-based services providing individual and group services to children, families and caregivers * Art therapy diploma and professional membership with CATA/BCATA (an asset) * Strong facilitation skills with counselling experience in community settings * Clear understanding of the issues surrounding the impact of abuse and violence against women and children * Outstanding communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills *Additional Requirements* * Successful completion of criminal record check * Valid BC Driver?s License and access to personal vehicle * Ability to function with flexibility and independence * Participation at team meetings and agency events * Valid CPR (for children) *How to apply:* To apply, please submit your application to mseneviratne@burnabyfamilylife.org with Child & Youth Counsellor in the subject line. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. For more information about our organization, please visit www.burnabyfamilylife.org Job Type: Part-time Pay: $32.02-$33.97 per hour Expected hours: 21 per week Benefits: * Dental care * Employee assistance program * Extended health care * Paid time off * Vision care Education: * Bachelor's Degree (required) Experience: * Counselling: 3 years (required) Licence/Certification: * Art therapy diploma (required) Work Location: In person- LocationBurnaby, BC
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- Salary$32.02 to $33.97HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Part time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source indeed.com #9532441309
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