Temporary Full-Time Counsellor

Employment Type: Full-time – temporary three-month contract

Start Date: As soon as possible

We also partner with businesses to help them find the talent they need to succeed.

Generous Time Off – Start with three weeks of paid vacation, plus paid sick time, personal wellness days, and family-related leave, to support a healthy work–life balance.

Benefits & Pension Plan – Access a health and dental benefits plan, an Employee Assistance Program, and a defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions.

Inclusive & Supportive Culture – Join a collaborative and inclusive organization committed to diversity, equity and belonging.

Additional Perks – Access corporate discounts and other programs that support your overall well-being.

Eligibility for benefits, pension and time-off programs varies by employment status.

The JVS Specialized Employment Services (SES) , funded by MLITSD and managed by WCG, provides employment services to a variety of clients, including persons with disabilities of all ages, financial backgrounds and skills to help them gain and retain employment within their field or a related field. To achieve its goal, the program provides a range of services including one-on-one employment counselling, employment workshops, job development/placement services and job retention supports.

Provide individual employment counselling and program referrals, including the ability to complete common assessments

• applying knowledge of current local labour market trends and community services for people with disabilities
• utilize funder’s and SSM’s CRM
• Collaborate with community partners and organizations to handle a high volume of referrals
• Apply knowledge of employment-related issues, adult learning approaches and accommodation analysis strategies to clients seeking employment
• Develop strategies and program alternatives that fit with the client’s disability, have knowledge of transferable skills analysis
• Bachelor’s degree or Post Graduate Certificate in Counselling or Social Services with placement experience, or a related degree with 3-5 years of counselling experience. International degrees must be evaluated for Canadian equivalency
• Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of disabilities (ODSP client population), including learning disabilities, ADHD, ASD, and mental health challenges in vocational and employment settings
• Strong counselling skills
• Computer literate; SalesForce)
• Strong knowledge of adult learning approaches
• If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources.

We embrace diversity and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.