One (1) Contract full-time Position (12 months)Counsellor LITS Nights40 hours per weekThis is a unionized positionMANAGERClinical ManagerSERVICELive-In Treatment Services (LITS)Rotary HouseJOB RATE$29.51/per hourPosition SummaryThis is a 12-week live in program for youth aged 12-18 years old located in Niagara Falls. The youth who attend this program have been identified with a mental health and/or behavioural concern that impacts them individually and within their family unit. Your main role during your shift will be to support youth with therapeutic skills/strategies if they wake and are experiencing difficulties with emotions; to complete Nightly checklists; upload outstanding documentation; Securing of the house; room checks and to support Day staff with morning routines (i.e., wake-ups and medication).QualificationsChild and Youth Worker Certificate, Social Services Diploma, or equivalent;1-2 years experience working with children and youth, preferably in a live-in-treatment environment;Familiarity with offering services via virtual platforms (i.e. email, text, online counselling) would be considered an asset;If direct virtual supports are unfamiliar then an understanding of the various forms of virtual care, as well as an understanding of clinical and privacy responsibilities would be an asset;Knowledge and experience in crisis intervention;Good communication and organizational skills, as well as analytical and problem-solving skills;Current Vulnerable Sector Police Records Check within six (6) months;Current certification in Emergency First Aid CPR C and AED, Safe Management Training, and Safe Food Handling;Valid Drivers License, able to supply own vehicle and be insurable to drive in Ontario;Meets medical requirements under the CYFSA, Regulations for Licensing of Residences;Bilingual in (French and English) is preferred;Experience working with the Indigenous population is an asset.ApplicationA resume to with 2025-54 Counsellor LITS Nights (40hrs) TFT in the subject lineOnly those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Counsellor - LITS Nights