Halton Women's Place

Employment

Position Type: Relief Crisis Intervention Counsellor

Location: Halton, Milton and Burlington

Wage Rate: $15.38 - $17.37 hourly.

Hours of Work: 7.5 and 12 hour shifts, includes weekends

Qualifications/Skills:

Social Service Worker Diploma is minimum, Bachelor of Social Work is preferred
Previous experience working with and understanding of violence against women
Experience in crisis intervention, problem-solving and conflict resolution
Ability to work in crisis situations with multiple demands
Demonstrated ability to provide non-judgmental and culturally sensitive support to women and children
Willingness to develop knowledge and skills about violence against women and its impact upon children, women and the community
Sound knowledge of community agencies and resources
Capacity to work in a computerized environment and ability to track stats as needed
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to conduct safety planning and resident care plans with women
Ability to facilitate women’s groups both educational/support and house meetings
Assist with on the job training of new staff, students and volunteers
Current CPR and First Aid is required
Current Police Clearance Check required
Current TB test required
Knowledge of additional languages will be considered an asset
Must be available to work all scheduled shifts as assigned
Reliable Transportation Required

This is an SEIU Local 1.on unionized workplace

Please direct letters of application to:

Human Resources

Halton Women’s Place

2211 Brant Street, #20060

Burlington, ON L7P 0A4

Or by Fax: 905-332-1155