Are you goal oriented and thrive in an environment of helping individuals achieve and overcome personal challenges and objectives? Then, you’re in the right place!

Brightisle is a leading provider of health and community care services in Newfoundland and Labrador. We are energized by the challenge to improve our collective health and well-being and to make care better. Our approach to services and programs is flexible and dynamic, embracing innovation and technology – while always keeping people and communities front and centre.

One of Brightisle’s programs, Blue sky Family Care is dedicated to helping children and youth. Based in Newfoundland and Labrador, we are constantly evolving to provide specialized care services in support of children and families. At Blue sky we are proud of our people and the work they do to help hundreds of children and families in difficult times.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a dedicated and qualified individual to join our dynamic team as a Counselor with Blue sky. Reporting directly to the Counseling Services Director, the Counselor will play a crucial role in providing compassionate care and therapeutic mental health counseling services to individuals facing personal challenges, fostering their journey towards overcoming obstacles and achieving personal objectives.

What you'll bring?

• Degree from an accredited university in social work, counselling psychology or related field. Master's degree considered an asset.
• A minimum of five years professional experience within a counselling, coaching or related residential environment.
• Training and experience in the delivery of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy to individuals and groups or willingness to obtain.
• Licensed registration with the appropriate regulatory association.
• Training and experience in the provision of counseling services to individuals who experienced trauma. Certification as a trauma-informed practitioner is considered an asset.
• Training and experience in practice with various counseling approaches, Client-Centered, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution Focused, Systemic, Motivational Interviewing etc.
• Experience in crisis intervention and the ability to respond to the emergent needs of individuals.
  
  

Got the job! What's next?

Expect an environment where no two days are the same. Embrace every opportunity to learn and grow while being constantly guided by our Core Values: Everyone Matters, Be Honest and Kind, Make it Happen, Find a Better Way, and Have Fun.

We offer a competitive compensation package, with group health and dental benefits, RRSPs and a variety of technology supports (to name a few). If you think you'd be an excellent contributor to our team, reach out!

This job posting will close on Friday, February 16th, 2024.