Stopping the Violence Counsellor

Job Title: Stopping The Violence Counsellor

Job Classification: Stopping The Violence Counsellor

Department: Counselling

Reports To: Director of Programs

Location: Main Office – Chilliwack, BC

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours

Monday – Friday, 0900 - 1700

Grid: 14-P

Job Reference Number: FTSTV0826

This position requires union membership.

The Stopping the Violence Counsellor provides counselling to women who have been victims of various forms of abuse. This position is dependent on funding and the budgetary limitations of Ann Davis Transition Society.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

· Assesses the safety of the clients and their children and supports clients in reducing safety risks;

· Interviews clients, prepares case histories, assesses problems and outlines services provided by the organization;

· Provides individual and group counselling to clients from a feminist and trauma-based perspective using techniques such as therapeutic group counselling and self-skill workshops;

· Provides information on and referrals to other community service providers, resources and professionals as required;

· Facilitates the creation of group counselling / therapeutic groups in shelters and in the community;

· Participates in or initiates case conferences with other professionals as required;

· Maintains related records and statistics and produces reports as required;

· Maintains current knowledge of issues and resources related to abuse and violence.

· Conduct presentations and public awareness activities about services and issues;

· Attend and participate in staff meetings, case conferencing, and clinical supervision;

· In a 7-hour day 5 hours must be dedicated directly to clients;

· Facilitation and/or co-facilitation of various psychoeducational groups;

· Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

· Master's degree in counselling psychology or related field.

· Two (2) years recent related experience. Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

· Vulnerable sector criminal record check

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While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please.

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Statement of diversity

The Ann Davis Transition Society, as an award winning and leading non-profit organization, respects diversity and fosters social inclusion. We strive to deliver inclusive service, affirming the dignity of those we serve regardless of heritage (race, ethnicity, culture, nationality, linguistic origin, place of origin, citizenship, color, ancestry), education, beliefs, creed (religion, faith, spirituality), gender, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental health, physical or cognitive capabilities, socio-economic status and political belief.

Monday - Friday, 0900 - 1700