Under the direction of the Program Manager and Clinical Supervisor, the Therapist will be working as part of a culturally-based Trauma – Informed multidisciplinary team working with individuals and their families at a residential family development center.

Preference will be given to individuals with the following qualifications:

• Master’s level education – Psychology, Social Work Youth and Child Care, Education,      Aboriginal studies degree
• Certificate from an accredited Counselling Association
• Direct experience working with families in a counselling relationship
• Familiarity with the theories of child development, family development, lateral violence, complex trauma, attachment, assessments and the ACES study in relation to family issues.
• Extensive knowledge of Recovery and Addictions
• Knowledge of First Nation communities and socio-cultural systems and specific health needs
• To have knowledge of and willingness to actively support traditional healing practices
• Training and experience with client assessment
• Possession of highly acute verbal, auditory, visual and written communication skills
• Computer skills and proficiency with MS PowerPoint, MS Word
• Class 4 license is preferred
• Criminal records check
• First Aid and CPR Training, WHMIS training is preferred
• Must be actively practicing your “Self-care” or “Personal Wellness” plan
• Living a lifestyle free of addictions for a minimum of 3 years
• Salary is commensurate to your qualifications

All applicants will be screened according to suitability. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Interested applicants please submit your resume with a cover letter and three written job related letters of reference to Executive Director.  A Criminal Record Check will be required.