Child Youth Mental Health Counsellor/Therapist

Child and Youth Counsellor/Mental Health Therapist (Hybrid Remote/In-Person Position)

Children's Therapy Collective is currently seeking a passionate Child and Youth Counsellor/Mental Health Therapist to join our team on a full-time basis (~37.5 hours/week) from as soon as possible until June 28th, 2024.

This hybridremote/in-person position involves alternating weeks of remote work from home and in the Thompson area (flights from Winnipeg, per diem, and accommodations are compensated). Work in Nelson House will be based in the highschool and elementary school in the community in collaboration with the existing clinical and educational support team.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver short-term counselling/therapy interventions to children and youth with social, emotional, and behavioral support needs, including complex trauma, intergenerational trauma, and addictions.
• When appropriate, plan and facilitate therapeutic groups.
• When appropriate, plan and facilitate classroom and school-based activities and interventions to promote mental wellness.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation and case notes
• Participate in team meetings and effectively communicate with the Nelson House staff team and the Children's Therapy Collective counselling team lead
• Adhere to the CCPA code of ethics and the code of conduct dictated by their professional college.
• Participate in regular clinical supervision

Qualifications:

• Master's degree or equivalent in Counselling, Social Work, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Art Therapy, or a related discipline from a recognized university is preferred. Candidates with a Bachelor of Social Work with additional experience and training in counselling will be considered.
• Must be registered with a licensing body.
• Possess or be willing to obtain adequate professional liability insurance in Manitoba.
• Proficiency in applying a trauma-informed approach to therapy/counseling
• Ability to create cultural safety for all populations and practice using an anti-racist framework and trauma-informed approach.
• Must have an awareness and understanding of the Calls to Action and Jordan’s Principle.
• Strong interpersonal, self-management, and communication skills
• Proficiency in technology and adaptable to various applications and platforms

Assets:

• Experience engaging with and supporting indigenous communities and individuals
• Training and experience with treatment modalities such as: Play therapy, ACT, Theraplay, art therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, Solutions-Focused Brief Therapy, or EMDR
• Experience providing Mental Health therapy to children and youth who have experienced trauma
• Experience providing virtual therapy

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage commensurate with experience and qualifications
• 37.5 hour work week inclusive of travel time and with flex time policy in place to allow for extra time banked during travel/on-location work to be taken off on remote work weeks.
• Health and Dental Plan
• Work from home every other week
• Per diem for meals, mileage, and expenses while in Nelson House.
• Comfortable accommodations provided in Thompson, MB.
• Paid time and funds allocated to clinical supervision
• Eligible home office and technology expenses covered
• Shuttle transportation to and from the school from Thompson is provided.

About Us

Children's Therapy Collective is a dynamic and collaborative multidisciplinary practice dedicated to providing exceptional allied health services to children, youth, and their caregivers. We are a clinician-owned and operated organization that values fair compensation, a supportive work environment, professional development, and work-life balance. Based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, we extend our services across Manitoba and western Ontario, with a strong mission to make a positive and lasting impact on the lives of the children and families we serve.

To apply, please email your resume and a cover letter to sarah@childrenstherapycollective.com. Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. Interviews will be held virtually via Google Meet.

The deadline for applications is February 20th, 2024.

We embrace and value workplace diversity and encourage self-declaration from Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, and Newcomers.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 4 months

Salary: $45.00-$55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Commuter benefits
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Work from home

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Are you aware that this position is hybrid/remote, with the candidate travelling to Thompson, Manitoba every second week for four consecutive nights?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Winnipeg, MB R2H 3G1

Application deadline: 2024-02-16
Expected start date: 2024-03-01