Sexual Abuse Intervention Program (SAIP) Counsellor

Sexual Abuse Intervention Program (SAIP) Counsellor
Job Number # 
20229
Employer 
Alberni Community & Women's Services Society (ACAWS)
Job Location(s) 
Port Alberni
Number of Positions 
1
Date Posted 
Jun 26, 2019
Apply By 
Jul 16, 2019
Start Date 
2019-08-12
Schedule 
Full Time
Hours 
8:30-4:30
Wage 
HSA union Grid 16, level 1 NOTE – this position is subject to funding approval
NOC Code 
4153
Source 
Employer
Details 

Alberni Community & Women’s Services is seeking a full-time Sexual Abuse Intervention Counsellor. This position supports children and youth that have been sexually assaulted and/or abused, are victims of sexual exploitation, are at high risk of exploitation, and/or who may not have disclosed abuse but may exhibit signs of abuse.

The successful candidate will provide individual and/or group counselling and support to children and youth between the ages of 3 and 18. Using a variety of methodologies (CBT, Art &Play Therapy, and Psycho-educational tools), you will assist these children to heal from trauma

Qualifications 

We are looking for a candidate who:

  • Brings diversity to our team
  • Has a strong understanding of trauma, its effects, and appropriate intervention strategies
  • Has proven skills and experience working with vulnerable children and youth
  • Has proven skills in building and maintaining relationships with community partners
  • Believes strongly in a social justice approach to client service
  • Is well organized and capable of working independently within a larger team

Education:   Masters Degree in Social Work, Child and Youth Care or related discipline, plus 4 years direct experience 

How to Apply 

If you are interested in being part of this exciting program, please send a Cover Letter and Resume, detailing how your education and experience make you the ideal candidate, to: efrood@acaws.ca  by noon Tuesday July 16, 2019

Only Candidates being considered will be contacted