Job Description

Clinical Counsellor

Spectrum Learning Centre

Spectrum Learning Centre, a prominent organization specializing in social services for youth, is actively seeking a committed Clinical Counsellor to join our team. This pivotal role involves spearheading the development and execution of service plans tailored to children and youth in our LBSTSC Services. These services cater to individuals who are under the care of social services or child welfare agencies but are considered safe to remain in their current placements. As a Clinical Counsellor, you will collaborate closely with a diverse team, working towards the empowerment of youth and families, ultimately driving positive outcomes.

Expectations/Potential Duties:

Collaborate in the development of the SHSS Service Plan alongside the child or youth and their SHSS Care Circle. Lead the formulation of plans for each child's/youth's stabilization and transition out of the LBSTSC Services, collaborating with experts, Primary Professionals, Resource Workers, community professionals, parents/Guardians, caregivers, Out-of-Care providers, and other SHSS Program service providers as needed. Engage with primary community supports and service providers to facilitate transition planning for child/youth/family. Provide direct clinical services, including intake, assessment, treatment, crisis intervention, and consultation/liaison with community agencies, schools, hospitals, and other Ministry programs. Conduct comprehensive assessment and treatment planning, delivering individual, group, and family therapy. Maintain awareness and knowledge of psychotropic medications as prescribed by physicians. Offer mediation and family support to children/youth, parents/Guardians, caregivers, Out-of-Care providers, and other SHSS Program service providers, including parent training such as EFFT. Provide direct clinical consultation and guidance to Service Provider Personnel. Maintain required clinical/client/administrative records. Deliver training sessions for Service Provider Personnel.

Qualifications:

Master's degree in Social Work, Educational Counselling, Clinical Psychology, Child and Youth Care, or equivalent graduate degree at the Master's level. Minimum of 5 years of direct clinical supervision experience in social services, working with children, youth, adults, and families. Registered, and in good standing, with appropriate professional college(s) or association(s) (e.g., BC Association of Clinical Counselors). Join our team at Spectrum Learning Centre and contribute to our mission of empowering youth and families towards positive outcomes. Apply today to be a part of our dedicated team committed to making a difference in our community. Spectrum Learning Centre is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

POSITION TYPE

Part-time

COMPENSATION

$41.78-$51.14/hr

SCHEDULE

Mornings, Evenings

BENEFITS

Extended medical and dental available via Blue Cross

BC Pension (upcoming)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $41.78-$51.14 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Evening shift Morning shift
Work Location: In person