Family Counsellor

Workforce Planning Board of York Region

. Provide short-term therapeutic counselling through in-person and virtual modalities .

Posted 9/29/2026part-timeNewmarket • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$31,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing trauma-informed, strengths-based, and culturally responsive counselling to individuals, couples, and families. Proficient in conducting assessments, developing service plans, and maintaining accurate client records while collaborating with community partners.

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Masters Degree In Social WorkCouples Counselling ExperienceFamily Counselling ExperienceTrauma-Informed PracticeRegistration With Regulatory College

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Hard Skills

AssessmentCounselling Goals DevelopmentService PlanningDocumentationClient Case Notes Maintenance

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Registration In Good Standing

Industry Keywords

Culturally Responsive CounsellingStrengths-Based ApproachAnti-Oppressive PracticeCommunity Resources KnowledgeReferral Pathways

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide short-term therapeutic counselling through in-person and virtual modalities
Provide short-term counselling to couples and families, including parents and children
Conduct assessments and develop appropriate counselling goals and service plans
Support clients with communication, family conflict, parenting challenges, relationship stress, and related issues
Provide trauma-informed, strengths-based, and culturally responsive counselling
Make referrals to internal and external services as needed
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential client case notes and records
Participate in clinical supervision, case consultation, and team meetings
Maintain service data for reporting, evaluation, and program improvement
Liaise and collaborate with community partners and other service providers
Provide support letters or service confirmation letters where appropriate
Contribute to program development, evaluation, and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Masters or Bachelors degree in Social Work, Counselling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field
Registration in good standing with a relevant regulatory college in Ontario, a must
Experience providing couples counselling and family counselling
Strong understanding of trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and client-centred practice
Experience working with women, children, and families impacted by violence, trauma, family conflict, or relational stress is strongly preferred
Knowledge of community resources and referral pathways in York Region is an asset
Excellent assessment, documentation, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment