Fully Flexible work-remote counsellor

supports over 5000 people in Manitoba with developmental disabilities autism and acquired brain injury. We are a not-for-profit organization that offers a wide range of supports for adults children and their families. is committed to fostering a culture of diversity equity inclusion and accessibility where everyone is respected valued and empowered to bring their authentic selvesfree from fear of discriminationwhile celebrating the diverse identities and experiences that enrich our community. Jordans Principle is a child first and needs based principle that applies equally to all First Nations children residing on and off reserve. It ensures there is no denial or delay for First Nations Children in receiving essential public services that are available to all other children.
embraces the goal of Jordans Principle to ensure that all children have access to the health and social services they need in their community. We are currently recruiting a Counsellor to support this initiative.
This hybrid remote position is based in Winnipeg with frequent overnight travel to First Nation communities in Manitoba.
The Counsellor provides services in accordance with the Mission and Values of policies and procedures of the assigned Program(s) external legislation and regulatory bodies and all relevant professional standards of practice. The Counsellor is familiar with and promotes a customer service focus in the provision of services to clients staff and in other professional relationships.
As an active team member in the Program(s) assigned the Counsellor participates in continuous quality improvement activities including the development modification and implementation of service and program goals objectives policies procedures and standards. The Counsellor uses service evaluation feedback to purposefully and continually strengthen services.
Masters obtained in counselling social work psychology occupational therapy or related discipline from a recognized university or a bachelors degree or diploma in related studies combined with work experience may be considered

Previous counselling experience including individual work with children and adults
Knowledge of community resources and how to make use of them
Knowledge of CCPA Code of Ethics (Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association)
Ability to identify high risk situations and respond appropriately
Knowledge of the literature in the area of developmental disabilities of the history of support to individuals diagnosed with a developmental disability and of current trends philosophies and practices concerning their care education work and lifestyles would be an asset
Experience working within Indigenous communities/cultures is an asset
Knowledge of an Indigenous culture and language would be an asset
Ability to frequently travel including to remote communities in Manitoba where travel by small plane and/or boat may be required in addition to overnight stays in or around a respective community. Ability to work flexible hours as necessary
Personal:
Must possess a valid Manitoba drivers license and a vehicle as it is a necessity for community-based programs
Clinicians working with the Jordans Principle program are required to travel to various locations across Manitoba. Some of these locations are in remote communities. If staying overnight in a remote community is required Clinicians would be eligible for travel incentives.
however preference will be given to Indigenous candidates. We encourage Indigenous applicants to self-declare in their attached cover letter.
is a bilingual organization. Proficiency in both official languages (French/English) would be considered an asset.
As a condition of employment successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check with vulnerable sector search adult abuse registry check child abuse registry check and prior contact check.
As a Condition of Employment new hires must complete a series of Occupational Health checks. This includes the requirement to confirm immunization or immunity of specific communicable diseases. Successful applicants will also be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to start date.