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Description

Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. is not just another health organization, we are rooted in the culture of our member bands and treaty right to health. We work for the people living on the member bands of Little Pine, Lucky Man, Poundmaker, and Sweetgrass First Nations; and believe in the services being driven by the needs of the clients and community. If you feel that your skills and positive attitude are a good fit to support First Nations in attaining wholistic and engaged health, we want to hear from you!

Reporting directly to the Wellness Counselling Supervisor this position will provide counselling support and referrals to specialized treatment in mental health and addictions for urban youth accessing services and will also provide crisis intervention as needed and will connect clients to cultural services and resources. The Youth Wellness Counsellor will possess strong interpersonal communication skills and can communicate effectively with youth.

Qualifications
* Minimum Bachelors Degree in Social Work or related discipline; must be registered or eligible to register with professional licensing body such as SASW or FNWACCB.
* Assist clients to address emotional, psychological and relationship difficulties, utilizing a range of counselling methods and models.
* Knowledgeable in both mental health and addictions services
* Demonstrate a high degree of flexibility and adaptability to balance the changing needs of the organization
* Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
* Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of traditional Indigenous values, beliefs, language, and healing approaches
* Ability to adhere to confidentiality guidelines.
* Valid Class 5 drivers license with clean drivers abstract.
* A successful criminal record with vulnerable sectors check

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