Counsellor

New Start is hiring one permanent position and one term position (12-14 months) at our clinical office in Dartmouth. We offer flexible schedules and the option of a hybrid work environment.

Wage: $40/hour, 16-35 hours/week, includes vacation and sick time

New Start Counselling is committed to fostering a work environment that values diversity and is free of discrimination. We encourage applications from diverse communities.

About New Start:

New Start is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting healthy relationships and addressing intimate partner and family violence. Our services include individual and group counselling for those who have used abuse or violence within their relationships, counselling for partners/former partners of clients, as well as community workshops and public education. In addition, New Start offers social work services and resource navigation for clients, and programming for fathers and father figures through our Fatherhood Matters team.

About the role:

Counsellors will provide therapeutic counselling to clients that have used abuse and/or violence against their intimate partner. We also provide counselling to the partners of clients that have been affected by abuse and/or violence. Counselling is offered both in person and online. Counsellors work independently for individual sessions (after training), and as a part of a team in the delivery of group sessions and workshops. Counsellors are expected to use collaborative approaches for safety and accountability. Duties also include documentation of case notes, statistical information, and report writing. Counsellors will contribute to program development as required and participate in clinical supervision and weekly team meetings. Counsellors will collaborate with community partners and represent the organization on committees as required.

Qualifications:

1. Master of Social Work, Master of Education in Counselling, MACP or equivalent
2. Eligibility for registration with a professional college
3. Knowledge and experience of Narrative Therapy and trauma-informed practice
4. Preferred candidates have experience counselling in intimate partner violence
5. An understanding of the impact of abuse and violence on individuals and families
6. Ability to work collaboratively with a professional team
7. Ability to effectively manage a client caseload
8. Experience working with diverse communities using a social determinants of health lens
9. Knowledge of community resources
10. Excellent organizational skills
11. Excellent written and oral communication skills
12. Proficient computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Expressions of interest: Please send cover letter and resume to Tammy Josey, Executive Director, and include preference for permanent or term and number of hours. Position open until filled.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 per week

Benefits:

• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Do you have an MSW, M.ED in Counselling, MACP, or equivalent graduate degree?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dartmouth, NS

Expected start date: 2025-02-10