Job Description

Please note that this is a 0.9FTE unionized position (31.5 hours per week) to cover a leave of absence. It is on a term-basis, and will be offered as month-to-month. Although we anticipate the duration being September 2/25 to June 30/26, it could end with 30 days notice should the staff return to their position.

JOB SUMMARY:

Assesses clients and their families. Develops, implements and evaluates family-based intervention plans; participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of client service plans with the integrated case management team

JOB DUTIES:

Interviews clients and their families, prepares case histories, assesses problems and outlines services provided by the organization. Provides information on and referral to other community service providers, resources and professionals as required

Develops family-based intervention plans; participates in the development of client service plans with the integrated case management team

Plans, prepares and conducts individual, group or family counselling session using person-centred, strength-based, trauma-informed therapeutic techniques drawn from multiple theoretical frameworks. Provides crisis intervention and ongoing assessment as required

Provides support and guidance to clients and families; facilitates healthy family communication, assists clients in making positive changes and solving problems related to family functioning

Provides parenting skill building to clients on issues such as parent-child interaction, child development, discipline and guidance, and behaviour management

Provides emotional support and feedback to clients

Participates in integrated case management meetings or to meet with professionals and social workers on a regular basis to report clients' activities and progress, discuss case planning issues and concerns, and evaluate the effectiveness of the counselling intervention

Maintains program documentation as per agency and accreditation standards/requirements. Produces reports such as intake, progress and discharge in accordance with established policies and guidelines

Liaises with other community service providers, professionals to coordinate services and to ensure that interests of clients are considered in decisions affecting them. Accompanies clients to meetings and appointments as required

Performs other related duties as required

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

Communicates, collaborates and problem solves with program personnel in an open, fair, and transparent way using the practice of collective accountability

Adheres to NOYFSS Code of Conduct and Ethics

Conducts self as a positive role model to clients and to the community

Strictly observes the confidentiality of client information

Participates in regular Staff Meetings, Supervision, Program Consultation, and Performance Evaluations/Appraisals

Inputs data into web-based program

Operates within the financial limitations of programs and organization

Maintains a safe, respectful, secure and professional work environment

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree in a related human/social service field

MINIMUM TRAINING/EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:

Two (2) years of recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience Valid class 5 BC driver's license (with no restrictions) Suitable personal driving record and driver factor report A reliable, safety inspected vehicle with appropriate insurance

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

(provided by NOYFSS)

Criminal Record Check through the Criminal Records Review Program

FOIPPA Foundations Certification

Mandt Certification

Naloxone Certification

NOYFSS-Specific Training (Orientation, OHS, Core)

NOYFSS embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a strong team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better services and programs we can provide to the people of our community.

We strongly encourage applications from members of groups that are marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the BC Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit or Indigenous person.

NOYFSS is committed to the positive mental health and well-being of our employees.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 10 months

Pay: From $38.68 per hour

Expected hours: 31.5 per week

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement On-site parking Paid time off Vision care Wellness program
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-08-07
Expected start date: 2025-09-02