SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the supervision of the Coordinator, the Youth Counsellor provides a range of intervention and counselling services to youth and/or their families who are adversely affected by their (or others’) use of alcohol and drugs.
The Counsellor must be prepared to work with youth who are in crisis situations. Due to the availability and needs of the youth, work often must be conducted outside normal office hours
JOB DUTIES
- Participates as a constructive and integral member of the Nexus Team including consultation, sharing of information and expertise, and participation in weekly staff meetings.
- Assesses youth and family needs and assists youth in establishing goals.
- Provides one-to-one counselling services.
- Provides crisis intervention services.
- Provides outreach services in the community.
- Provides support for youth while they are in the program and, as appropriate, provides follow-up support to youth upon leaving the program.
- Responsible for case management, including evaluation of youth progress.
- Discusses case planning and concerns with members of the team as well as with other professionals in the community while strictly respecting confidentiality.
- Maintains a thorough knowledge of community resources to meet youth and families’ needs.
- Provides liaison, education, and advocacy to other professionals, other agencies, and the community.
- Participates in the evaluation of programs and the collection of data.
- Maintains up-to-date records and completes all required documentation.
- May perform other related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS
- Clear Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector).
- B.S.W. or B.A. in relevant social science program plus one year’s experience working with adolescents and/or families. A two-year diploma in a related discipline (social work, community outreach, and support, counselling etc.) and a minimum of one year experience in a Youth Counsellor role or similar may be considered.
- Experience working with youth who use substances, experience homelessness, or are involved with the justice system or MCFD.
- Knowledge of adolescent development.
- Knowledge of intervention strategies related to substance use, suicide prevention, abuse and neglect of children and youth, etc.
- Knowledge of relevant counselling techniques and therapies used with youth and parents, including peer counselling.
- A flexible and self-motivated team player who can work independently, and as part of a cohesive team.
- Experience in assessment and documentation.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
- Personal maturity, sound judgment, and excellent interpersonal skills.
- A clear driver’s abstract and use of a reliable vehicle insured for business use ($2 million liability).
- First Aid and CPR certification.
- Knowledge of services for adolescents in general and substance abuse specifically is an asset.
This is a regular full-time position (37.5 hours per week) starting at $52,650 to $56,550 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience). Position includes group benefits at six months, pension after one year, three weeks paid vacation leave in first year, paid sick and personal leave, paid birthday off and up to 5 days statutory holiday substitution days per year to celebrate/recognize religious, cultural, and/or personal days that are important to the employee where those days are not currently recognized as statutory holidays in BC/Canada).
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit a resume and cover letter directly to: Coordinator Nexus (Taylor Findlay) [email protected] Or check out employment opportunities on-line through our website bgcbc.ca/work.
Thank you in advance to all persons who apply for this position. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
As it connects to our organizational core values, BGC encourages staff to show up as their best selves, including mutual respect, integrity, and accountability.
Pay: $52,650.00-$56,550.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
