Outreach Clinical Counsellor

YW Calgary•Calgary, AB

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Outreach Clinical Counsellor is responsible for providing therapeutic counselling services to individuals in the community referred through the Equally Safe initiative. As a member of the Outreach team, this position works collaboratively with team members and community partners to support individuals impacted by family and domestic violence. The Outreach Clinical Counsellor will use evidenced-based modalities to deliver trauma-informed services to help individuals understand their struggles and develop strategies to improve their lives.

Requirements

A Master’s degree in Social Work, Counselling, or Clinical Psychology
Registration in good standing with a professional body under the Health Professions Act
Minimum of 2 years experience working in the field of family violence, supporting individuals struggling with addictions and mental health challenges
Minimum of 2 years of counselling experience
First Aid/CPR, Naloxone, ASIST, NVCI, and Brain Story certifications required within 3 months of employment
Ability to act as the first responder for medical emergencies, including the administration of Naloxone and performing First Aid/CPR as required until emergency medical services arrive
A clear Police Information Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Search, and an Intervention Record Check is required upon commencement of employment.

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of the intersection of family violence, mental health, substance abuse, traumatic stress, poverty and homelessness, as well as crisis intervention and recovery
Strong knowledge of community resources and referral processes
Key attributes include agility, rapid response, flexibility, and the ability to quickly engage with individuals and develop stability related solutions
Training and experience in treatment options such as CBT, DBT, mind/body therapies, Solution-Focused Therapy, narrative therapy, motivational interviewing, using a strength-based approach
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
Flexibility in hours and scheduling

Responsibilities

Deliver counselling services to individuals in the community referred through the Equally Safe initiative, which serves men, women, and non-binary adults, including those who use violence in their relationships as well as those who experience violence
Provide short-term counselling, ranging from a single-session intervention to up to 12 sessions, with a focus on safety and stabilization
Deliver client-centered, trauma-informed therapeutic services using multiple modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Brief Solution-Focused Therapy
Provide individualized risk assessment, goal and service planning, and psychoeducation and counselling support tailored to individual needs
Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and emotional support to help with stabilization
Select evidenced-based interventions appropriate for supporting individuals struggling with mental health challenges and the impacts of family and domestic violence
Support clients to develop knowledge and skills that promote healthy relationships, including emotion regulation, stress management, coping and problem-solving
Engage and work collaboratively with team members and community partners around coordinated service delivery, including the Calgary Police Service (CPS) and agencies connected to the Equally Safe initiative
While working from a co-location model with Calgary Police Service (CPS), navigate safe locations in the community where counselling sessions can occur, such as community resource centers
Support clients with referrals and connection to other YWCA and community resources
Administer pre and post surveys with clients, using data collection tools designated by the program
Keep accurate case notes according to organizational standards
Adhere to the record keeping and documentation expectations of the program
Actively participate in team meeting and regular supervision, including clinical support and consultation received through YWCA Calgary’s counselling team