Land Based Counsellor

Job description

GWEKWAADZIWIN MIIKAN EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Land Based Counsellor – Internal/External Posting Full-Time Contract (permanent employment upon successful completion of contract) Position Description: The Land Based Counselor is a unique position that combines the skills of an outdoor experiential learning leader with that of a treatment counselor. Staff in this position will be living and working in outdoor settings with participants and will have 3-week rotational schedule. Staff in this position will be responsible for delivering a wholistic treatment program with a significant focus on Anishinabek culture and the land. Responsibilities and Duties: Reporting to the Land Based Team Leader Responsible for taking direction from the Team Leader and Senior Leadership and implementing it within the program. Continue to develop and implement model of care To deliver a treatment focused outdoor experiential learning program; ensure group safety, teach wilderness skills, solidify course logistics, and maintain focus on the Anishinabek Culture and the therapeutic elements of the program. Assist in development of client centered wholistic treatment plans Assist with transition of participants to the live in or community aftercare programs Assist in implementation of research projects Other related duties to support the needs of the organization across all three phases of the program Qualifications: Minimum requirement is a diploma in a human service field or in outdoor leadership Mental health and addictions training Preference given to an Individual of Anishinaabe ancestry with Knowledge and understanding of Anishinabek history, clan systems, protocols, etiquette, culture, traditions, and ceremonies Proven experience with group management; and program development, delivery, and evaluation Experience working in Mental Health and Addictions field Experience working with at-risk populations in a wilderness setting WFR or Adv WFA with experience managing backcountry medical issues Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal) Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and projects Able to participate in outdoor and athletic programming Mature individual who can work independently with preference given to individuals living a traditional lifestyle and being on a life-long journey in traditional knowledge Requirements: Possesses a valid Ontario class ‘G’ driver’s license in good standing with access to a reliable vehicle Ability to work outside normal business hours as required within the 3-week rotation schedule Must have a relevant Diploma – with a preference for a designation with a regulatory college Salary: Starting at $54,080 Term :Full-time contract with permanent full-time upon successful completion Position availability: Posting is for an existing vacancy Closing Date: September 11 @ 4:00pm Contact with any questions. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those applicants under consideration will be contacted for an interview.