Job Order Detail

Description

Provides clinical counselling, therapy, & related services to individuals (includes children, youth, adults), couples, and families who are seeking assistance with personal/interpersonal problems. Provide group therapy sessions & engage in community collaborations. The position reports to the Director of Programs.

Provide counselling, therapy & related services. Includes conducting initial assessments to determine needs & goals
Develop individualized serviced plans
Facilitate groups & develop programs
Attend relevant agency meetings, be knowledgeable about agency programs/community activities
Perform related administrative & record keeping duties
Participate in clinical supervision
Assist with supervision of peers, students & individual cases
Perform work outside of regular operating hours
Provide counselling clinics at various locations in & around Saskatoon, Martensville & Warman
Other duties as assigned

Completed degree in Social Work (BSW, BISW)
3-5 years of supervised clinical experience in a related/relevant counselling area
Eligible for registration with & maintain good standing in a relevant professional association

Theories/Practices of:
   interviewing, assessment, & evaluation techniques
   single session solution focused approach
   human development, behavior & change
   communication & conflict resolution
   trauma- & violence-informed approaches
Assess high risk clients (suicidal) & intervene quickly/appropriately
Recognize signs/symptoms of other mental health disorders & refer client to appropriate services
Awareness of & cultural sensitivity to the customs, traditions, spiritual beliefs & philosophy & perspective on family dynamics of Indigenous, immigrant, refugee, & newcomer populations
Experience in facilitating group work; knowledge of group dynamics
Experience working with people experiencing difficult, unusual, &/or challenging situations
Valid driver's license & access to personal vehicle