Clinical Counsellor - Arabic Speaking (Pending funding approval)
DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society
- Surrey, BC
- Temporary
- Part-time
Language: Arabic speaking Clinical CounselorHours/Status: 14 hours/week Regular, Part-Time
Hours/Status: 7 hours/week, Temporary, Part-Time*Evenings and Weekends will be required for both programs based on program needs.Start Date:· SAF HAVN program (14 hours/week)- April 1, 2024- March 31, 2027· SAFE program (7hours/week) - April 1, 2024- Dec 31, 2024Date Posted: March 12, 2024
Closing Date: Open until filledPlease note that internal applicants must apply by March 18, 2024 internal applications received after this date will not be considered as internal and seniority will not apply – position will remain open until filled.The Opportunity:Working within our the Clinical Counsellor, Arabic Speaking provides counselling support to the Arabic speaking community through two different programs.DIVERSEcity's BC SAF HAVN program services the vulnerable Refugee Claimant, CUEAT visa holders and refugee newcomers in the Surrey and Delta communities with the crucial role in providing comprehensive support to refugee claimant asylum seekers and other refugee individuals and families.As part of the Surrey Anti-Gang Family Empowerment Program, a coordinated response to address youth violence in Surrey, DIVERSEcity provides the SAFE Community Clinical Counselling program to children and youth, and their families, who are at risk of being recruited into gang activities. Counsellors provide both one-to-one and group-based support to increasing confidence, self-esteem and connections to family, culture and community — for both children and youth as well as their families.Both of these roles will involve both in-office, outreach and advocacy support, as well as evening and weekend work depending on program needs. All counselling services and interventions are individualized for each client and family, with the aim of reducing barriers the client is facing and increasing capacity through a strength-based therapeutic approach. To serve the needs of our community, candidates must be able to provide service in English and Arabic, additional languages an asset.Key Responsibilities:
- Develop strong therapeutic relationships with clients and families to achieve their goals and meet their needs;
- Provide group and psycho-educational support for children, youth and families as required and identified;
- Develop and modify group curriculums reflecting most emergent practice and evidence based support;
- Participate in client service planning alongside clients and other counsellors within the department;
- Complete screenings and assessments for referral clients;
- Provide appropriate treatment/support including individual, couples and family therapy;
- Establish a supportive, therapeutic relationship with clients and their support systems;
- Develop crisis and service plans with each client and their supports to support and maintain client wellness;
- Establish and maintain non-judgmental therapeutic relationships with clients, and collaborate and consult with colleagues and other community resources;
- Assist with developing/providing education services as required, and participate in integrated service delivery;
- Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and professional development, evaluation and quality improvement activities;
- Make referrals to other services as needed.
- Master’s degree in counselling, psychology, social work or a related discipline from a recognized program;
- Fluency in Arabic Language
- 1+ Years experience in counselling
- Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) designation from the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors is preferred. Individuals in the process of obtaining their designation may be considered.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams);
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently.
- Class 5 BC Driver’s License and access to a vehicle.