Family Counsellor
About The Position
PCRS seeks a Family Counsellor to provide brief mediation and conflict resolution support to youth and their families identified by the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). This position requires extensive knowledge of family systems, attachment, mediation, communication, abuse and neglect, and normal and delayed child and family development. The Family Counsellor must also assess child protection concerns if they arise and report back to the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) in these situations. This requires a solid understanding of the effects and indicators of child abuse. This position will operate as part of the Surrey Youth Hubs and function as part of an integrated staff team.
Requirements
- Extensive knowledge of family systems, attachment, mediation, communication, abuse and neglect, and normal and delayed child and family development.
- Solid understanding of the effects and indicators of child abuse.
- Skills and experience in crisis response areas, brief solution-focused counselling, mediation, conflict resolution, and trauma-informed practice.
- Group facilitation and cultural competency in working with Indigenous youth and families, including South Asian youth and families.
Responsibilities
- Provide brief mediation and conflict resolution support to youth and their families.
- Assess child protection concerns if they arise and report back to the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD).
- Operate as part of the Surrey Youth Hubs and function as part of an integrated staff team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
