ID: 19201

Military Family Counsellor

Trenton Military Family Resource Center - Trenton, ON

Website: http://trentonmfrc.ca/

Education/Training/Certifications

The Military Family Counsellor will require a thorough understanding of the unique and demanding lifestyle experienced by the military family as well as a thorough understanding of the needs of individuals/families in crisis. The Military Family Counsellor will complete initial intakes, provide counselling support and assist clients in accessing community resources. The Military Family Counsellor will also organize groups and workshops that will prevent crisis and enhance the quality of military family life.

COVID-19 Vaccination is mandatory for all employees and volunteers as per the Trenton MFRC Policies.

Position Requirements

The Military Family Counsellor will have:

  • a post-secondary education from a recognized university in Social Work, Psychology, or equivalent
  • at least four years of related experience, two years of which includes experience and training in prevention and intervention services/delivery
  • experience in developing and delivering adult information programs and support groups
  • experience providing individual counselling for adults, adolescents and children
  • training in the principles of adult education
  • experiences providing psychoeducational groups
  • experience working with individuals and groups in a non-profit, community-based organization
  • a current membership in a recognized professional association in the Province of Ontario
  • skillful and confident decision-making skills and a high degree of interpersonal and communication skills
  • a superior knowledge of oral and written fluency in English, fluency in French would be an asset
  • proficiency in various computer applications such as Microsoft Word Internet and the ability to adapt to new applications as they become available
  • a knowledge of prevention and intervention community-based organizations, local and regional social service agencies and other such resources would be an asset

The Trenton MFRC is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. When submitting your resume please advise the Program Manager to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

Type of Job: Permanent Full-Time,

Hourly Wage/Salary: $23.25 per hour

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Closes: Aug 05, 2022

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