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Hours of Work: 15-20 hours/week

YWCA Regina is opening a new Integrated Youth Services (IYS) Hub in 2024 and is seeking a compassionate and experienced Youth Counsellor. The IYS Hub is part of a provincial initiative aimed at transforming how youth and their access the supports they need - offering rapid access to integrated, culturally safe, and evidence-based services for youth aged 12-25. Services include mental health and addictions support, physical health services, education and employment resources, social services, youth and caregiver peer supports, and cultural and traditional healing. As the IYS Youth Counsellor this individual will provide professional, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed counselling services to youth ages 12-25. They will offer individual and group counseling support that addresses mental health, addictions, trauma, and wellness. The Youth Counsellor will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting youth in a holistic and strength-based manner while valuing the principles of hard reduction.

Qualifications:
    Master of Social Work, Master of Arts (Psychology), or Master of Education (Psychology)
    Member in good standing with professional governing body
    Minimum of two years experience with demonstrated knowledge and professional practice skills in frontline services including case management, counselling or clinical services, program management, and/or brief service/crisis intervention.
    Familiarity with a wide variety of evidenced based therapeutic modalities.
    Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully in a team environment.
    Experience working with youth involved in the justice system or facing systemic barriers.
    Familiarity with Indigenous cultures and the impacts of colonialism on justice and social systems.
    Evening and weekend availability.
    Strong case management and counselling skills.

Full competition details:https://ywcaregina.com/contribute/careers/