Counsellor

FIREFLY • Red Lake, ON

1d • CA$67,380 - CA$89,681 • Hybrid

About The Position

FIREFLY is seeking a regular, full-time Counsellor to join their team. In this role, the Counsellor will provide meaningful, evidence-informed mental health services while working as part of a collaborative and supportive interdisciplinary team dedicated to strengthening the well-being of children, youth, and families across Northwestern Ontario. FIREFLY is a multi-service, non-profit organization committed to strengthening the health and well-being of children, youth, and families. They provide mental health, developmental, and community services across Northwestern Ontario in partnership with families, schools, child care centres, and community organizations.

Requirements

• An undergraduate degree in Human Services is required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be a member in good standing with a College recognized by the Psychotherapy Act, 2007.
• Valid Driver's Licence and ability to travel throughout Northwestern Ontario
• Clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector screen
• Ability to maintain a reasonable caseload through effective prioritization and follow-up.
• Commitment to teamwork while working independently.
• Ability to manage conflict, solve problems, and exercise sound professional judgement.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality services and maintaining professional standards.
• Commitment to promoting and following FIREFLY's health and safety practices.
• Ability to establish therapeutic relationships with children, youth, and families.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of child and adolescent development, systems theory, family dynamics and the clinical assessment process.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed, strengths-based, and culturally responsive approaches to care.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention, risk assessment, and safety planning.
• Strong clinical judgement, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and case management skills.
• Cultural humility and commitment to reconciliation and inclusive service delivery.

Nice To Haves

• A Master’s or Graduate degree in a Human Services field is preferred.
• Experience providing counselling services to children, youth, and families is considered an asset.
• Experience working within community-based mental health services is considered an asset.
• Fluency in French would be an asset.
• Understanding of Indigenous communities and culture is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group counselling services using evidence-informed, culturally safe, and client-centered approaches.
• Complete clinical assessments, develop intervention plans, and implement therapeutic strategies tailored to client and family needs.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary team members, community partners, and service providers to support integrated care.
• Deliver services in a variety of settings including in-office, schools, community locations, and virtually.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with agency and ministry standards.
• Participate in ongoing professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice.
• Contribute to service planning, program development, and quality improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Vacation entitlement starting at 4 weeks per year, plus paid time off between Christmas and New Year's
• Paid sick leave (1.25 days accrued per month, up to 30 days)
• Additional paid time off including Wellness Days, and Community Service & Cultural Days.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefit plan (health, dental, vision, travel, life insurance, and critical illness coverage with 100% employer paid premiums)
• Supportive workplace culture focused on teamwork and well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level