Stepping Stones – Level III Child and Youth Care Counsellor

*Hull Services has an organizational commitment to pursuing truth and reconciliation, decolonization and anti-oppression.* #### **The Program:** Stepping Stones is a part of the Safe Directions continuum. Stepping Stones is a transitional program offering support and stabilization to high-risk youth typically coming out of either the Reflections Program or Secure Services. As a member of the Safe Directions team, you will be expected to provide support within all of the programs within the continuum. #### **The Position:** The program has an opening for a temporary full time Level III Child and Youth Care Counsellor for a 1 year contract with the possibility of extension. The schedule for this position is a 40-hour work week, including one Saturday or Sunday along with 4 weekdays. The schedule will need flexibility for both morning and evening shifts. This leadership role involves supporting and training staff and responsibility for overall daily program operations. #### **Duties and Responsibilities:** * Provide leadership, training and supervision to staff as required. * Complete supervisory and administrative duties in the absence of the Program Coordinator; this could include making decisions regarding program changes and individual cases. * Apply sound and independent judgment to situations and daily activities within the framework of the administrative and program guidelines of the program and Agency. * Be a liaison between front line and senior staff and ensure effective communication. * Assist with counsellor evaluations, personal development plans and weekly CSOP evaluations. * Provide on-the-job training to Level I staff and general supervision and advice to Level II staff; help support and supervise practicum students. * Coordinate and monitor systems and overall activities on shift. * At times Level III counselors may be required to cover on-call duties. #### **Qualifications and Skills:** * A degree or diploma in Human Services or a related field. * Qualified at the III level status; certification with the Child and Youth Care Association of Alberta or registered as a Social Worker. * High professional and ethical standards, in accordance with ethical codes adopted by your profession, and endorsed by the Agency. * A thorough understanding of the Agency’s philosophy and goals. * At least four years of relevant experience with youth, campus-based care, and/or family and community service programs. * High competence in and managing crisis situations using a supportive, calm and solution focused approach. * Strong knowledge of and ability to apply trauma informed care practices. * Ability to develop positive, professional relationships with team and community partners. * A solid understanding of Agency and community resources and an ability to integrate updated information into the program’s framework and services. * Experience in program development and agency leadership. * Demonstrated experience supervising, training, engagin