Job Description

SOUTH PEACE COMMUNITY RESOURCES SOCIETY

JOB POSTING

POSITION TITLE:

Peace Counselor - Chetwynd, BC

CLASSIFICATION:

Children Who Witness Abuse Counselor

PROGRAM:

PEACE - formerly known as the Children Who Witness Abuse Program

REPORTS TO:

Department Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

The Children Who Witness Abuse Counselor/Group Facilitator is responsible for:

The planning and provision of individual and group counselling to children and/or their parents who have witnessed violence

Promoting community awareness regarding the impact witnessing violence has on children,

Prevention activities in schools.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The Children Who Witness Abuse Counselor will have:

Bachelor degree in a related human/social service field as well as one year experience in a supervised childcare setting; or

Four years combination of education and experience.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

The Children Who Witness Abuse Counselor must demonstrate:

A high degree and awareness of ethical and professional conduct;

An understanding of family violence, the dynamics of emotional, sexual and physical abuse and family systems;

An awareness of art/play therapy;

Cultural, social and economic awareness;

Empathetic listening and support qualities;

Tact and diplomacy;

Sensitivity and a non-judgmental attitude;

Good boundaries and self care practices;

A willingness to work flexible hours;

A strong understanding of and a commitment to a feminist informed practice; and

A person centered practical approach

Capacity of working in extreme crisis and traumatic situations.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

Must have an understanding of family violence, the dynamics of emotional, sexual and physical abuse and family systems.

Awareness of art/play therapy

Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently

Good group facilitation and public presentation skills

Good verbal and written communications

Good relationship skills with staff, professionals, and agency personnel

Ability to work as a team member with staff, service recipients, police, social workers hospital workers and other pertinent individuals or professionals

Independent ability to use computers and familiarity with relevant software programs

Must have a valid driver's license

Crisis Response Training

First Aid Certificate

Suicide Prevention & Intervention Certificate

Understanding and competence in working with diverse cultures, particularly aboriginal people.

HOURS OF WORK:

28 hours per week, flexible to meet program needs

RATE OF PAY:

$37.18 per hour

CLOSING DATE:

June 6, 2025

SUBMIT RESUMES TO:

Tallulah McCullough, Human Resource Coordinator

P.O. Box 713 (10110 - 13th Street)

DAWSON CREEK, BC, V1G 4H7

Fax: (250) 782-4167;

Please include competition #

2058

with resume

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted

This position requires union membership

This position is open to female and male applicants

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $37.18 per hour

Expected hours: 28 per week

Additional pay:

Overtime pay
Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Day shift
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-06
Expected start date: 2025-06-23