Full Time Counsellor

Employment Type: Full-time – one-year contract (with possibility of full-time regular employment)

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, family-related leave, and Jewish holidays, 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 Integrated Employment Services (IES) , funded by MLITSD and managed by WCG, provides employment services to unemployed individuals 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. As an Employment Counsellor you will:

• 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 and resources
• Promote IES, including identifying and supporting opportunities for itinerant services with community partnerships
• Inform participants regarding the Internet, social media and other tools for further career training and job search success

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

• Sensitivity to diversity; Experience using CAMS, Salesforce, CaseFLO / FFAI
• Knowledge of the local community
• Experience providing services to people with disabilities and/or mental illness
• Computer literate; A clear Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check is required for this position

Certification from a Career and Work Counsellor program

• 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.