Children's Counsellor - TERM - Jobs in Steinbach, MB

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COUNSELLOR ADVOCATE I – CHILD COUNSELOR – FULL TIME TERM Posted: September 19th, 2022Position Summary: Agape House-Eastman Crisis Centre Inc. is currently hiring a flexible, self-starter to fill the role of Child Counsellor. Reporting to the Executive Director or designate, the Counsellor-Advocate I (CAI) is responsible for the efficient delivery of programs and services to children who are witnessing domestic violence. This full-time term position will be a daytime position but may include evening, weekend, and the occasional midnight shift work, as per the requirements of the shelter and shelter clients, and in consideration of employee vacation, holiday, and sick day relief/coverage. Full-time employees are also required to participate in a Performance Management Plan (PMP) process with the Executive Director; with an average of three meetings per year to be conducted during work hours. The full CAI job description is attached with this bulletin.Personal Characteristics: * Adaptability: Demonstrate a willingness to be flexible, versatile and/or tolerant in a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency.* Behave Ethically: Understand ethical behaviour and business practices, and ensure that own behaviour and the behaviour of others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization.* Build Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization.* Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.* Organize: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details, data, information and activitiesHours of Work: This position is a .9 FTE term, ending on March 31, 2023, with the potential to be extended. As with all shelter positions, flexibility will be required should coverage be needed at other times of the day to assist with events, meetings, emergency circumstances, etc.Salary and Benefits: Wages and benefits for this position will be earned and paid as per the current collective agreement, and according to the appropriate wage scale. Where applicable, over-time and night shift premium will be paid, as per our union contract. Hourly wage rates for this position are currently begin at $18.03.Selection Process: Interested applicants are encouraged to apply in writing with cover letter.Thank you for your interest in this opportunity with Agape House-Eastman Crisis Centre, Inc. Agape House wishes to thank all candidates for their interest, but only those considered for an interview will be contacted.Job Type: Full-timeSalary: From $18.03 per hourBenefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

COVID-19 considerations:All clients and staff are to wear a mask, sanitize their hands upon entry and check their temperature. Proof of vaccination may be required.Education:

• Bachelors Degree (preferred)

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