Housing Counsellor – Transition Program
- Hawkesbury, ON, Canada
$24.06 to $30.53 CAD / hour · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $24.06 to $30.53 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Reporting to the Facilities and Housing Supervisor, the Housing Counsellor at Interlude welcomes women who have experienced violence in all its forms, as well as their dependants, with compassion, empathy, and respect, providing support within a safe residential environment. Grounded in a feminist approach, individual and/or group interventions help clients regain control over their lives. At all times, the Counsellor maintains a safe and supportive environment for clients and their dependants. The Counsellor also coordinates activities that form an integral part of clients’ daily lives.
In addition, the Counsellor refers clients to a variety of services aimed at supporting their autonomy and independence. Finally, the Counsellor participates in various community initiatives and activities related to advocacy, activism, education, awareness, and the prevention of violence against women.
The position involves 8-hour shifts, including daytime and evening shifts, Monday to Friday. The successful candidate will be part of the Housing team.
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Responsibilities
The Housing Counsellor at Interlude will support women who have experienced violence and their children through individual and group work in a residential setting. They will also coordinate daily activities, refer clients to community services, and take part in advocacy and violence prevention initiatives.
Requirements
Candidates need experience supporting people affected by violence or in crisis, along with compassion and respect for clients. A feminist approach to intervention is central to the role. Shifts are day and evening, Monday to Friday.
Skills
- Individual counselling
- Group facilitation
- Crisis support
- Client referral
- Advocacy
- Violence prevention
- Feminist intervention approach
- Activity coordination
- Safety planning
- Community outreach
Categories
- Social Services
- Healthcare
- Government & Public Sector
Keywords
- housing counsellor
- transition housing
- violence against women
- domestic violence support
- feminist intervention
- residential support
- client advocacy
- group facilitation
- case coordination
- community referral
- social services
- shelter
- Interlude