Clinical Counsellor- Youth Recovery House
About The Position
The Clinical Counsellor will serve as a key member of the interdisciplinary clinical team for the Youth Recovery House. He, she or they will play a leadership role in establishing and maintaining the residence as a strength-based, trauma-informed and therapeutic environment for all young people in care. The incumbent will serve as case manager for a number of the participants, and will provide evidence-based group addictions therapy and one-on-one clinical counseling for youth and their families. As the Clinical Lead within the Youth Recovery House, the incumbent will support the development and implementation of programs, policies and procedures consistent with best practice. The Clinical Counsellor will contribute to the management of the home, and ensure it remains welcoming and safe and contributes intentionally to the well-being of all who reside there. The Clinical Counsellor will balance clinical methodologies with recreational and relationship-based practice set within a trauma-informed and holistic (bio-psycho-social-spiritual-cultural) framework of care.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in a relevant field of study
- Professional registration with BCCSW or BCACC
- 3-5 years’ experience as a Clinical Counsellor, including group therapy/facilitation and family counselling
- Training and experience providing evidence-based responses/ therapeutic interventions to individuals experiencing alcohol use disorder, substance use disorder and concurrent disorder.
- Knowledge and experience of comprehensive assessment and treatment planning, including familiarity with DSM-IV-TR
- 3 years’ experience working with youth, preferably in a live-in environment, and their families.
- Experience creating and working within a culturally inclusive environment
- Excellent communication skills, orally and in writing
- Ability to build strong, collaborative working relationships with external and internal stakeholders
- Demonstrated crisis management, decision-making, conflict resolution, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- Valid B.C. driver's license and use of a reliable vehicle
- Employees must declare their vaccination status for COVID-19 and influenza; if vaccinated, documentation must be provided.
- Criminal Record Check including a Vulnerable Sector Check
Responsibilities
- Serve as case manager for participants.
- Provide evidence-based group addictions therapy.
- Provide one-on-one clinical counseling for youth and their families.
- Support the development and implementation of programs, policies and procedures consistent with best practice.
- Contribute to the management of the home, ensuring it remains welcoming and safe.
- Balance clinical methodologies with recreational and relationship-based practice within a trauma-informed and holistic framework of care.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation packages
- Ongoing training & career development opportunities
- Municipal Pension Plan Enrollment/Portability with 9.31% Pension matching after the 3-month probationary period or upon hire, depending on current Pension enrollment status
- Extended Health and Dental benefits after the 3 month probationary period
- 3 weeks vacation which increases with length of service
- 1 paid wellness day per year
- Paid Birthday off
- Paid sick time which increases with length of service.
- Employer Paid Training (CPR-C/First Aid, NVCI Etc…)
- Professional development & education reimbursement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
