Bilingual Youth and Family Counsellor, Mental Health

Youth Services Bureau of OttawaOttawa, ON, Canada

3 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Permanent

Job description

Bilingual Youth and Family Counsellor, Mental Health

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Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa provided pay range

This range is provided by Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$68,182.40 / yr - CA$81,889.60 / yr

Location : Ottawa, Ontario

Reports to : Coordinator, Youth and Family Counselling Services

Employment Status : Full time permanent

Bargaining Unit Status : Included

Annual Salary / Hourly Wage : $68,182.40 - $81,889.60

Language requirements : English is essential; French is essential

Bona Fide occupational requirement (BFOR) : N / A

Schedule : 40 hours per week - Monday to Friday, Two evening shifts per week

Reference Number : 24-079

Closing Date : May 31,2025

Posting Stage : Internal / External

About Us

Founded in 1960, the Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa (YSB) is one of the largest and most comprehensive non-profit agencies in Ottawa and a registered charity. It provides mental health services, employment programs, emergency shelter, community, health and housing services, and justice programs to youth in the Ottawa area, serving between 2,500 and 3,000 at‑risk individuals aged 12+ and their families every month. YSB employs 350 caring professionals in a unionized environment in over 26 locations across Ottawa.

Under the general direction of the Director of Mental health Services and the immediate supervision of a Coordinator of YFCS, the Youth and Family Counsellor is responsible for the provision of intake, assessment and counseling services to youth and families per program demand. The work will be conducted in accordance with policies and directives established within the YSB.

What You Will Do

Adhere to Choice and Partnership Approach (CAPA) system requirements
Adhere to Feedback Informed Treatment principles and requirements
Deliver individual, family, group, intensive services to clients of the agency in line with program demands
Perform case management functions which may include using an integrated plan of care process
Complete approved screening tool with clients
Assess client need for and recommend when appropriate additional resources or multi-disciplinary support for client
Support clients to identify counselling goals & strategies for goal achievement.
Utilize recognized interventions to support client in the achievement of established goals
Advocate with and on behalf of client as required
Attend and participate in individual supervision & peer group supervision
Participate in training to ensure ongoing development of skills and abilities –
including YSB required training
Ensure both electronic and physical client files remain current within established guidelines / policies & procedures.
Meet standards defined in Youth and Family Counselling Services Procedural Manual / Policy and Procedures Manual
Contribute to program and services development and evaluation.
Ensure timely submission of all administrative work in accordance with YSB practices
Collaborate and network with community agencies as appropriate and as requested
Ensure familiarity with all pertinent legislation
Follow safe work practices as established by the Bureau and the program.

This opportunity may be right for you if you have :

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work / Counselling Psychology or relevant field is essential

Membership in good standing with a college authorized to practice Psychotherapy; RP’s grand-parented into CRPO will be considered

Master’s Degree in Social Work / Counselling Psychology or relevant field is an asset

Minimum two years related experience in providing counseling services to youth and their families and case management

Experience delivering family counseling services using a Collaborative approach and a systemic perspective

Knowledge of recognized therapeutic approaches including CBT, DBT, Solution

Focused Brief Therapy.

Capacity to work using a DBT approach will be considered a significant asset

Demonstrated ability to assess need for multi-disciplinary support or other resources

Knowledge of mental health issues in adolescents

Demonstrated decision making and problem solving skills both autonomously and in a team

Oral and written fluency in English is essential

Oral and written fluency in French is essential

Availability and ability to work evenings, flexible hours

Flexibility and comfortability in working at various locations which may involve local travel

Demonstrated computer skills

Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

Disclaimer

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

What We Offer

15 days of annual vacation + 1 personal day;

100% YSB-paid group health benefits;

Pension plan from Day 1;

A team where you get to be yourself every day and where you have the freedom to innovate.

Join us!

If you think this vacancy is a good fit, we would love to hear from you. Please visit the career section of our website to submit your resume and one-page cover letter. Don’t just tell us what we want to hear, tell us your story and why you would make a great addition to our team.

We know applying to a job takes time and thank all candidates for their interest. While we are not able to get back to every candidate, we will ensure shortlisted applicants are aware of their status and will do our best to provide feedback if that can be helpful.

At YSB, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from the LGBTQ community and / or people with intersectional identities. Accommodation will be made available for applicants with a disability throughout the hiring process, kindly make your needs known in advance. The selected candidate will be required to follow all mandatory Covid 19 safety protocols.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Individual and Family Services

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