THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM

Social Services Department

Family Counsellor 2

(Regular Full-Time) 

Job ID: 9158

CUPE Local 1764-04 

Open:  Feb 07, 2018       Close: Mar 04, 2018

Family Counsellor 2 

Reporting to the Area Manager, the successful candidate will provide individual, family, couple and group therapy as the Family Counsellor 2 

The incumbent will: 

-  Analyze and assess the needs of clients to determine individual case plans and appropriate counseling

-  Formulate and implement treatment plans utilizing applicable resources and establishing suitable timeframes for achievement of goals

-  Evaluate the treatment of services seeking feedback from clients to determine overall effectiveness and recommend appropriate alterations to ensure optimal outcomes

-  Develop and present interactive educational wellness seminars to internal and external agencies targeting the specific needs of the particular group

-  Maintain confidential clinical records of treatment contacts and assessment information for report management purposes utilizing tact and discretion at all times

-  Provide consultation to other Departments of the Region and to community agencies, professionals, and community groups and represent the Social Services Department and the Family Services Division on committees within the Region and externally.

-  Perform other duties as assigned

The successful applicant will possess:

-  A Master's Degree in a Social Work program or equivalent

-  A minimum of five years of experience post Master's Degree working with standards, principles, and theories associated with work in human services, including client confidentiality and social work; collecting information using techniques such as testing, interviewing, observation and discussion

-  Belong to or be eligible to register with relevant professional Colleges (ie. College of Register Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), and/or Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW), and/or College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO) in the Associate category)

-  Superior verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients and other professionals

-  Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and individually with community agencies

-  Excellent interpersonal, organization, and time management skills

-  Experience with training/teaching in one or more areas of mental health, family-life education, or organizational support and development deemed an asset

-  A Valid Ontario Driver's Licence 

CUPE 1764-04 Wage Rates

This position will be paid at the following hourly rates: 

- Start: $42.83 - 1 Year: $45.21 - 2 Year: $47.59 

Conditions of Employment

Prior to the start date, the successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check dated within two (2) months from date of hire. Proof of education, qualifications and any other job bona fide requirements will also be collected.