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Relief Counsellor (Shelter) – #7166 – S

Job Developer:
Joan Popowich
  • Casual
  • St. Catharines
  • Posted on September 2
  • This position has been filled.
  • Job ID: 7166
Gillian's Place

Gillian's Place

Gillian’s Place located in St. Catharines is looking for a Relief Counsellor to join their team.

 

Duties:

In this position, you will be responsible for working within the Counselling department and responding to day-to day needs of the shelter, its residents, and the crisis/support line.

Reporting to the Manager of Counselling Services, a Relief Counsellor will have a mix of duties including:

  • Providing crisis intervention, safety planning and community referrals for outreach and residential clients
  • Responding to crisis calls and determining eligibility for entry into the shelter
  • Assisting clients with options, resources, and support
  • Facilitating communal living and services within shelter
  • Ensuring accurate and professional data collection, documentation, and reporting
  • Maintaining an active knowledge of community service providers and collaborate as required
Requirements:
  • Hours and time of day will vary
  • Candidate must be available for day, afternoon, and overnight shifts on weekdays and weekends
  • Relief Counsellors are scheduled on a casual basis and work on average anywhere from 1 to 5 shifts per week based on their availability and the needs of the shelter
  • University degree in Social Work/related field or equivalent experience
  • Extensive knowledge of gendered based violence issues and counselling skills
  • Strong understanding of a harm reduction framework
  • Ability to support clients with varying levels of addiction and mental wellness
  • A high degree of honesty, integrity, discretion, and confidentiality is required
  • Ability to handle a crisis, work in a team, carry out independent decision-making, and handle several tasks simultaneously
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and computer proficiency

All interested applicants should apply by emailing humanresources@gilliansplace.com

Please be advised we only contact applicants who are selected for an interview. Gillian’s Place is an equal opportunity employer that encourages people of colour, First Nations/Aboriginal individuals, newcomers and immigrants, members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, people of all abilities, and members of other underrepresented communities to apply.

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