About this role
*INTRODUCTION:*
De dwa da dehs nye>s Aboriginal Health Centre?s Mental Health & Addictions Program is seeking 1 Full-Time Child and Youth Mental Health Counsellor based in Brantford. The successful candidate will provide one-on-one mental health and addiction counselling services to children and youth ages six 6 to 24 and well as parental support.
*Required Knowledge, Skills, and Ability*
· Knowledge and ability to integrate wholistic, strength and evidence-based practice into the planning and evaluation of client and program intervention from a trauma informed lens
· Knowledge of Indigenous cultures, customs, and traditions.
· Familiarity with the OCSWSSW Code of Ethic & Standards of Practice, CFSA, Youth Justice Act, Mental Health Act, Duty to Report and any other act as it pertains to the client(s) circumstances
· Knowledge of history of colonization and intergenerational traumas impacting the health and wellness of Indigenous Peoples.
· Knowledge of mental health and addictions counselling models, techniques, modalities, and approaches.
· Knowledge &/or Experience working with the Child Welfare System
· Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.
· Knowledge of tools, systems and databases used in client services delivery and case management.
· Knowledge and understanding of pathways of care for various mental health and addictions issues.
· Possess self-awareness and engages in self-care techniques.
· Possess excellent time management, organization, and communication skills
*STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS:*
* Post secondary degree in social work, psychology, &/or concurrent disorders or related field ? Master?s Degree Preferred * Must be registered in good standing with the OCSWSSW.
_In addition to requirements for the position, the ideal candidate would also possess some of the following qualifications:_
* 1+ years? experience working with kids and youth with complex needs * Experience working with and extensive knowledge of Indigenous Peoples language, culture, customs, and traditions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits: * Casual dress * Company events * Company pension * Dental care * Disability insurance * Employee assistance program * Extended health care * Flexible schedule * Life insurance * On-site parking * Paid time off * Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate: * Brantford, ON N3T 3C5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education: * Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience: * Indigenous Peoples language, culture, customs & traditions.: 1 year (required) * working with kids & youth with complex needs: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification: * registration as an SW with the OCSWSSW (required)
Work Location: In person