Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Reports to: Coordinator, Youth and Family Counselling Services
Employment Status: Full Time Temporary (6 months)
Bargaining Unit Status: Included
Annual Salary/Hourly Wage: $73,028.80 - $87,713.60
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: 26-106
Closing Date: October 12th, 2026
Vacancy: Yes
Posting Stage: Internal and external
Under the general direction of the Director of Mental Health Services and Assistant Director of Mental Health Services, and the immediate supervision of a Coordinator of Youth and Family Counselling Services, 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 Youth Services Bureau.
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.
- Perform family home visits as part of case management
- 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 Youth Services Bureau 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 Youth Services Bureau 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 Youth Services Bureau and the program.
This opportunity may be right for you if you have:- Bachelors Degree in Social Work or Master'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
- 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
Additional Qualifications: - Successful applicants will be required to provide a clear Vulnerable Sector Check obtained within the past six (6) months, as a condition of employment with YSB
- To confirm language proficiency required for this position, successful candidates may be requested to undergo an oral and written assessment conducted by a third-party provider, arranged by YSB. Candidates must meet the minimum required linguistic profile before their employment start date.
What we offer:- An opportunity to join a vibrant team and be part of truly meaningful and rewarding work;
- 15 days of annual vacation + 2 personal days;
- A team where you get to be yourself everyday and where you have the freedom to innovate;
- Holiday pay, as determined by YSB polices and the Collective Agreement in place
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.
