Marriage and family therapist Jobs in Winnipeg, MB

SUMMARY :

The Link is seeking compassionate and experienced Family Preservation and Reunification Clinicians with clinical knowledge and experience for full time positions within the Kent Road Lodge Program. The Kent Road Lodge program provides clinical supports as well as out of home respite (supervised overnight accommodation) for children whose families are involved with Winnipeg, Rural and Northern Child and Family Services. The Kent Road Lodge program also provides in-home respite for families who would benefit from support in the home, with clinicians engaging in enrichment activities with children and youth at home and in the community. This unique home provides 24 / 7 support for youth in a home-like setting while providing families with a break. Family Preservation and Reunification Clinicians are responsible for working alongside the respite home staff - supervising, mentoring and supporting youth to engage in healthy activities and develop a positive trauma-informed, strength-based philosophy. Family Preservation and Reunification Clinicians must work from a person-centered, non-judgmental, trauma-informed, strength-based philosophy.

Family Preservation and Reunification Clinicians work closely with the Family Preservation Clinical Manager, supporting children to develop healthy coping skills and boundaries, identifying and communicating emotions in a healthy way. The Family Preservation and Reunification Clinicians are also responsible for collaborating across various systems to ensure that outcomes are in the best interest of the youth, and align with the overall mission and purpose of the program.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES : of the Family Preservation and Reunification Clinician include, but are not limited to :

• Conducts mental health support and assessment to youth within their home environment.
• Provides support to caregivers, recommending strategies and evidence based parenting practices.
• Provides clinical documentation, including daily clinical notes and respite session clinical summaries.
• Develops and implements goals for youth participating in the Kent Road Lodge program, in collaboration with the Clinical Manager and staff team.
• Provides support to program staff, ensuring consistent and appropriate strategies and approaches are utilized throughout the program.
• Works with children and youth to problem solve, manage conflict, and maintain appropriate boundaries.
• Provides mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual support to participants based on the teachings of the Medicine Wheel; facilitates connection with the cultural activities and ceremonies, if requested.
• Provides crisis support and intervention, as needed.
• Travels to and from family homes, providing in home respite and out of home activities with youth.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Works in collaboration with other teams and external service providers.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

The successful candidate should demonstrate the following competencies, which incorporate the Seven Sacred Teachings - Love, Respect, Courage, Honesty, Wisdom, and Humility & Truth

Essential Requirements

Preferred or willing to obtain within the first three (3) months

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request. If you are contacted by the Link regarding a job opportunity, please know that you are welcome to request an accommodation at any point in the process. All information received regarding accommodations will be kept confidential.

HOURS OF WORK : This position is required to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Salary : $22.00 per hour with a benefit package, pension plan, paid sick leave, vacation and personal leave days.

APPLICATION DEADLINE : Ongoing until filled