Remote Indigenous Social Worker

The Family Enhancement Centre Remote Full-Time & Part-Time positions available $32.82-$34.87/hr or $68,265-$72,529/year Overview TFEC is intentionally growing our team of Indigenous mental health professionals to work with FNIM clients. Mental health is always a priority for both individuals and communities and TFEC is seeking professionals who understand and respect Indigenous cultures and values through lived experience. Our team members share a common vision for seeing people empowered to find their inner strength and helping clients feel respected and encouraged. As a mental health agency with over 20 years’ experience, we have built a broad client base and an online presence that attracts clients from all over Ontario. Why Join The Family: • Make a meaningful impact in Indigenous mental health by joining a supportive team dedicated to client empowerment. • Reach isolated and underserved communities who are experiencing mental health and addiction crises. • Access professional growth opportunities working with Indigenous people across Ontario and Canada. • Flexible work arrangements with remote options available. Who We Are: The Family Enhancement Centre is a full service counselling centre working with children, youth, adults, couples, and families. Over the last 19 years, we have been expanding geographically as well as increasing our services to include groups, on-site community and corporate services and more. We value helping individuals inside and outside of our workplace by extending a helping hand to those in need. We put people first and value humility and character. We honour the development and betterment of others. We inspire trust and confidence in others, and create higher levels of engagement, empowering others to harness their talents and strengths. We accept and delegate responsibility, share power and control, and co-create a culture of accountability. We strive to be skilled communicators, listening objectively while seeking to understand. As compassionate collaborators, we invite the contributions of others. We anticipate the future and use our intuition and discernment to create a shared vision. Job Responsibilities: • Provide clinical psychotherapy to Indigenous children, youth, adults, couples or families. • Conduct clinical counselling to clients over the phone and via video conferencing. • Develop and implement treatment plans based on the needs of the clients. • Facilitate open or closed psycho-educational groups. • Produce professional quality clinical notes within 3 business days Job Requirements: • Must be First Nations or Inuit. • Minimum of 3 years of direct counselling experience • Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of counselling skills and theory as it relates to Indigenous children, youth, individuals, couples and families • Training and experience in preferred modality; EMDR, EFT, CBT, Solution Focused, Critical Incident, Narrative, DBT, Healing Wheel, 7 Grandfather Teachings, etc.. • Demonstrated ability to work independently with complex cases • Demonstrated crisis intervention skills • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English • Excellent time management skills as it pertains to scheduling and paperwork • Fluency in other language is an asset Educational Requirements and Credentials: • Master’s in social work (MSW) or Equivalent (preferred) • Registered Social Worker with the College of Social Workers in Ontario, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island or Newfoundland and Labrador or a Registered Clinical Social Worker in British Columbia or Alberta. • Clear Vulnerable Sector Police Check The Family Enhancement Centre is an equal opportunity employer. We are situated in a multi-cultural neighbourhood and are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce who will work together to create & sustain a vibrant, healthy, safe and caring community. The Family Enhancement Centre welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), The Family Enhancement Centre Team will provide accommodation, accessible formats and communication supports for the interview upon request. Please include the title of the position in the subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.