Child and Youth Counsellor - Eating Disorders

Job Category: Allied Health

Hospital Location: Newmarket ON

Job Type: Permanent, Casual

Number of Positions: 1

Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $39.87 - $47.40

Why Join Our Team?

• A people-first workplace environment that prioritizes belonging, wellness, and psychological safety.

• Hybrid, virtual, and in-person working environment (where applicable).

• Progressive health and dental benefit plans.

• HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing.

• Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships.

If you are ready to embrace this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of Southlake Health, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dedicated team, making a difference in the lives of our employees and the community we serve!

About the role:

The Child & Youth Counsellor works with the multidisciplinary team providing behavioural counselling, group therapy, support, assessment and safety plans for patients and / or support networks and meal support and supervision. S/he supports the Eating Disorder Program day treatment program and classroom, teacher and educational activities and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team in planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment, care and discharge plans. This position would e available for all areas in Children’s mental health including Eating disorders, Day Hospital and CMH inpatient unit and crisis.

What you'll be doing:

• Demonstrate experience and confidence in clinical skills, team participation and professional reports to staff, family, community and physicians
• Leadership skills, with demonstrated experience in taking initiative and program development
• Demonstrate excellence in communication, both written and verbal
• Analysis / problem assessment
• Innovative and willing to learn
• Commitment to customer service and teamwork
• Demonstrate individual leadership skills

What you bring:

• Child & Youth Worker Diploma (3 year program), or B.A. in Child & Youth Care
• Current membership in Ontario Association of Child & Youth Workers
• First Aid training
• CPR or Heart Saver training
• Crisis intervention training, e.g., Crisis Prevention Institute course or equivalent including crisis assessment, intervention and planning skills
• Three (3) to five (5) years relevant work experience
• Experience in a mental health setting important, with knowledge and professional applications in services for adolescents with severe mental health disorders: knowledge and experience working with adolescents with eating disorders is preferred
• Hospital / residential treatment experience, including classroom support and management
• Experience working on inter-professional team
• Experience with Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, group therapy (both psycho-education and process-oriented groups) with adolescents, is strongly preferred
• Systems approach; including client’s family, multidisciplinary team, education and community network considered important in work
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and exciting health care environment.
• Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Southlake Health.

Southlake Health is fully committed to a culture of belonging and an inclusive environment that encourages every team member to lead within their role, generate innovative ideas that reinforce our mission and goal to create a healthy workplace where our community can thrive.

Regular and reliable attendance is an expected requirement of this position.

We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants who may require accommodation during the selection process are encouraged to notify the Human Resources Department when contacted for an interview. The People, Culture and Experience team will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process, which will enable you to be assessed fairly and equitably.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We prioritize a people-first workplace culture which emphasizes equity and inclusion throughout our hiring process. To ensure fairness and transparency, all applications are reviewed and assessed by our dedicated team of recruiters and hiring managers, not by artificial intelligence (AI). We value the unique perspective each candidate brings to our organization.

Health & Safety Workplace Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of all Southlake Health employees to work safely and promote health and safety in the workplace. Employees must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in Section 28 of the OH&S Act, as well as all Southlake OH&S policies and procedures. Must be able to perform all necessary bona fide duties for the position, as outlined in the position guide. Must review and be capable of performing duties as outlined in the Job Demands Analysis for the position as a condition of offer. Proven ability to attend work regularly as per the Attendance Support Policy.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Southlake Health is fully dedicated to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices. We welcome candidates who identify with equity-seeking groups, including women, racialized individuals, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and those from the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Any information provided will be kept confidential and used appropriately in our recruitment process.

Anti-Oppression/Anti-Racism at Southlake Health

Southlake Health is committed to having a workforce that is reflective of the diversity of York Region and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and from those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to a further diversification of ideas.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your submission. We appreciate your interest in joining Southlake Health!