Child and Youth Counsellor II, Ben Rd (FT Contract) - 6276G

Starling Community Services•Waterloo, ON

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Starling Community Services (formerly Lutherwood) is a progressive, not-for-profit health and social service organization that strengthens people's lives by providing mental health, employment, and housing services to more than 22,530 people annually in Waterloo Region and Wellington County. We need great people like you to help us realize our mission and support communities where everyone experiences mental wellness, opportunities for employment, a place to call home, and a sense of belonging. This is a full-time contract position for a Child and Youth Counsellor II at Benjamin Road, starting on June 15, 2026, and ending on August 30, 2027, working 37.5 hours per week.

Requirements

A relevant degree or diploma in child and youth work or related discipline with a minimum of one year working in a milieu setting as a Child and Youth Worker.
Demonstrated ability to relate to youth with warmth and understanding and setting consistent appropriate limits.
Highly developed professional, verbal and written skills, with a demonstrated ability to deal with a diverse range of people.
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team while still demonstrating strong decision-making capabilities.
Exceptional organizational skills and the capability of multi-tasking to meet various timelines are essential.
Alignment with the Agency's commitment to anti racism and anti-oppression.
Passionate, aware, and willing to learn about antiracism, anti-oppression and equity.
Required to hold a “G” class license.
First Aid Certificate, CPR, and CIT training.

Responsibilities

Supervises, monitors, supports and coaches clients throughout the treatment and academic components of their program.
Works in partnership with multidisciplinary teams, to facilitate safe and goal-focused programs for clients.
Works intentionally from an anti-racist, anti-oppressive and equity perspective to further create a sense of belonging at the Agency.
Supports the sustainability of Social emotional learning.
Counsel and support clients through all components of the program using therapeutic techniques such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), both in individual and group settings.
Assesses, develops, and implements plans of care goals and objectives with individual clients, ensuring continuity and integration of treatment, care or custody.
Actively participate in care planning meetings, liaise with families and community partners, and coordinate with internal teams to ensure comprehensive client support.
Collects information, records and maintains client files and updates client and shift data. Communicates information regarding medication with Nurse.
Monitors group budgets and coordinates with the Program Supervisor for additional financial requirements.
Monitors the security of the facility and ensures the safety of the community in alignment with the service mandate.

Benefits

3 Weeks paid vacation (accumulated bi-weekly)
15 hours of personal time per year.
Paid sick time (accumulated monthly) to a maximum of 300 hours.
11 paid holiday benefits per year plus a floater day.
Discounted GRT passes through membership with Travel Wise.
Employee Referral Incentive Program.
Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities.
Staff appreciation events.
A positive work culture, inclusive workplace policies, and employee wellness initiatives.
Eligible to join the HOOPP defined pension plan on a voluntary basis.
Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program which provides free and confidential counselling, resources and services.