Job Description

Navera Community Connections is seeking a compassionate and client-centered Counsellor that has a growth mindset to join the counselling team. The Counsellor will work in collaboration with the Clinical Supervisor and Counselling team to support individuals, couples, children, youth, their families and caregivers through clinical therapy and community collaboration.

About Navera Community Connections

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Navera Community Connections is a nonprofit organization that enriches the lives of the people that we serve by navigating challenges and creating possibilities. We do this through early learning centres, counselling and mental health services, and a range of community programs. Learn more at navera.org.

Key Responsibilities

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Provide evidence-based counselling services to a diverse caseload of clients. Develop plans and goals that are tailored to the unique needs of each client. Complete necessary caseload tasks including appointment booking and calendar management, communication and correspondence, evaluation forms, etc. Collaborate with other members of the counselling team to coordinate care and provide peer consultation and support. Attend and participate in individual and group supervision. Maintain accurate and timely documentation and statistics of all services provided in accordance with agency policies and regulatory requirements. Respond to clinical/client emergencies and review critical incident/unusual occurrence reports in consultation with other clinical staff as necessary. Provide counselling services to other counselling programs as required. Commit to ongoing professional development, including keeping certification and credentials valid, and keeping current with clinical assessment and interventions through research, workshops, etc. May provide group counselling, including development or review/revision of program materials, preparation, and delivery of group facilitation. May deliver professional presentations in the community. Participate in team meetings and represent Navera Community Connections on community committees and/or groups as needed. Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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Education & Experience:

Master's degree in social work, counselling psychology, or related discipline preferred. A combination of BSW-RSW and relevant clinical experience will be considered. Certification with an accredited third-party professional association, such as Registered Social Worker (RSW), Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC), etc. is required. Experience providing counselling to adults, children, youth, families and caregivers.
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Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge and experience with therapies and practices of individual, child, youth, and family counselling. Must be knowledgeable of community resources in order to make the necessary referrals. Comfortable navigating consent with children, youth and their caregivers. Ability to assess high risk clients (suicidal) and intervene quickly and appropriately. Ability to recognize signs and symptoms of other mental health disorders and refer client to appropriate service provider. Excellent oral, written, organizational and time management skills required. Demonstrated commitment toward professional growth and keeping up-to-date with theory and practice. Experience with Microsoft 365 and online booking software such as Jane or Caredove. Ability to perform duties in a confidential manner within a team environment. Adheres to ethical practice as set out by associations and registration bodies. Adaptability and openness to change and shifting priorities and circumstances.

Position Details

This is a permanent full-time position of 35 hours per week located at the Navera office in the Saskatoon Community Service Village. May provide counselling at designated counselling sites in the Saskatoon surrounding area with mileage reimbursed as per policy. Schedule availability during Navera hours of operation, Monday - Friday daytime with 1 evening per week to support client needs and staff well-being. Compensation dependent on education and experience. Benefits include: + Group health benefits
+ Group retirement savings plan
+ Paid time off (4 weeks vacation, paid sick time)
+ Paid professional membership dues
+ Regular internal and external clinical supervision
+ Meaningful training and professional development opportunities

How to Apply

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Interested applicants may submit a resume and cover letter by July 11, 2025.


We believe that diversity strengthens our work and our community. Navera Community Connections encourages applications from people of all identities, abilities, and lived experiences. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.