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FIREFLY

Counsellor

Sioux Lookout, ON, P8T 1L2, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 9, 2026

Original job description

Are you a passionate professional committed to supporting the mental health and well-being of children, youth and families in Northwestern Ontario?

FIREFLY is seeking a regular, full-time Counsellor to join our team. In this role, you will provide meaningful, evidence-informed mental health services while working as part of a collaborative and supportive interdisciplinary team dedicated to strengthening the well-being of children, youth, and families across Northwestern Ontario.

About FIREFLY

FIREFLY is a multi-service, non-profit organization committed to strengthening the health and well-being of children, youth, and families. We provide mental health, developmental, and community services across Northwestern Ontario in partnership with families, schools, child care centres, and community organizations.

To learn more about working at FIREFLY please watch this short video: FIREFLY Recruitment Video

About the Role:

As a Counsellor at FIREFLY, you will play a vital role in supporting the mental health and well-being of children, youth, and families across Northwestern Ontario. Reporting to the Clinical Manager, you will:

Provide individual, family, and group counselling services using evidence-informed, culturally safe, and client-centered approaches.
Complete clinical assessments, develop intervention plans, and implement therapeutic strategies tailored to client and family needs.
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary team members, community partners, and service providers to support integrated care.
Deliver services in a variety of settings including in-office, schools, community locations, and virtually.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with agency and ministry standards.
Participate in ongoing professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice.
Contribute to service planning, program development, and quality improvement initiatives.

This full-time position is based in Sioux Lookout, ON, with some travel required throughout the region to support clients and attend team or community meetings. Some evening and weekend work is required. Flexible scheduling is available within the 35-hour workweek to accommodate client and service needs.

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience

Must be a member in good standing with a College recognized by the Psychotherapy Act, 2007.
A diploma or degree in a relevant Human Services field is required, a Master’s or Graduate degree in a Human Services field is preferred.
Experience providing counselling services to children, youth, and families is considered an asset.
Experience working within community-based mental health services is considered an asset.
Fluency in French would be an asset.

If this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you and you meet most of the essential qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply and provide us more details about why you think you would be a great fit. FIREFLY is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to enhance skillsets and working experience.

Skills & Competencies

Ability to establish therapeutic relationships with children, youth, and families.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of child and adolescent development, systems theory, family dynamics and the clinical assessment process.
Knowledge of trauma-informed, strengths-based, and culturally responsive approaches to care.
Knowledge of crisis intervention, risk assessment, and safety planning.
Strong clinical judgement, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong organizational, documentation, and case management skills.
Cultural humility and commitment to reconciliation and inclusive service delivery.
Understanding of Indigenous communities and culture is considered an asset.
Ability to work independently while contributing positively to team goals.

Conditions of Employment

Valid Driver's Licence and ability to travel throughout Northwestern Ontario
Clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector screen
Ability to maintain a reasonable caseload through effective prioritization and follow-up.
Commitment to teamwork while working independently.
Ability to manage conflict, solve problems, and exercise sound professional judgement.
Commitment to delivering high-quality services and maintaining professional standards.
Commitment to promoting and following FIREFLY's health and safety practices.
Some evening and weekend work may be required.

Why Join FIREFLY?

At FIREFLY, we believe in supporting our staff so that they can support our communities. You'll join a collaborative, purpose-driven team focused on making a difference for children, youth, and families.

Benefits include:

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
Vacation entitlement starting at 4 weeks per year, plus paid time off between Christmas and New Year's
Paid sick leave (1.25 days accrued per month, up to 30 days)
Additional paid time off including Wellness Days, and Community Service & Cultural Days.
Professional development and training opportunities.
Comprehensive benefit plan (health, dental, vision, travel, life insurance, and critical illness coverage with 100% employer paid premiums)
Supportive workplace culture focused on teamwork and well-being.

Interested in this position?

We encourage you to apply. Applications will be accepted until October 25, 2026. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This is posting is for a vacant position.

Relocating for this position? If you are relocating and have a spouse relocating with you and you are interested in exploring what opportunities exist for them in the local area, please reach out to hr@fireflynw.ca. We may be able to help!

FIREFLY does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants.

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Responsibilities

The Counsellor provides individual, family, and group mental health services using evidence-informed and client-centered approaches. They are responsible for completing clinical assessments, developing intervention plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support integrated care.

Requirements

Candidates must be a member in good standing with a College recognized by the Psychotherapy Act, 2007, and hold at least a diploma or degree in a relevant Human Services field. A valid driver's license and a clear criminal record check with a vulnerable sector screen are mandatory.

Skills

Counselling
Clinical assessment
Intervention planning
Therapeutic strategies
Crisis intervention
Risk assessment
Safety planning
Case management
Trauma-informed care
Strengths-based approach
Culturally responsive care
Child and adolescent development
Systems theory
Family dynamics
Clinical documentation
Interdisciplinary collaboration

Benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
Vacation entitlement
Paid sick leave
Wellness days
Community service and cultural days
Professional development
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Travel insurance
Life insurance
Critical illness coverage

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Keywords

Mental health
Counselling
Psychotherapy Act
Clinical assessment
Intervention plans
Trauma-informed
Strengths-based
Culturally responsive
Crisis intervention
Risk assessment
Safety planning
Case management
Human services
Interdisciplinary team
Community-based mental health
Child development
Adolescent development
Systems theory
Family dynamics
Clinical documentation
Non-profit
HOOPP
Social services
Clinical supervision
Reflective practice

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