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Job Description
Are you a passionate professional committed to supporting the mental health and well-being of children youth and families in Northwestern Ontario FIREFLY is looking for a skilled Counsellor to join our team in making a meaningful impact.
About FIREFLY
FIREFLY is a multi-service non-profit organization committed to strengthening the health and well-being of families children and youth. We provide mental health developmental and community services across a variety of settings including schools child care centres and community-based locations.
With offices throughout Northwestern Ontario FIREFLY offers a unique opportunity to build strong relationships with clients colleagues and community partners. We are proud to work in close collaboration with local First Nation organizations and are committed to fostering cultural safety in all aspects of our 2022 FIREFLY achieved Exemplary Standing with Accreditation Canada a testament to our dedication to service excellence.
To learn more about working at FIREFLY please watch this short video: FIREFLY Recruitment Video
About the Role:
As a Counsellor at FIREFLY you will play a vital role in supporting the mental health and well-being of children youth and families across Northwestern Ontario. Reporting to the Clinical Manager you will:
- Provide individual family and group counselling services using evidence-informed culturally safe and client-centered approaches.
- Complete clinical assessments develop intervention plans and implement therapeutic strategies tailored to client and family needs.
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary team members community partners and service providers to support integrated care.
- Deliver services in a variety of settings including in-office schools community locations and virtually.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with agency and ministry standards.
- Participate in ongoing professional development clinical supervision and reflective practice.
- Contribute to service planning program development and quality improvement initiatives.
This full-time position is based inKenora ON with travel required throughout the region to support clients and attend team or community meetings. Some evening and weekend work is required. Flexible scheduling is available within the 35-hour workweek to accommodate client and service needs.
What Were Looking For
Education & Experience
- A Masters or Graduate degree in a Human Services field (preferred) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Undergraduate Degree in Human Services
- Must be a member in good standing with a College recognized by the Psychotherapy Act 2007.
- Must have and maintain a current and valid Drivers License.
- Fluency in French would be an asset.
Key Competencies
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of child and adolescent development systems theory family dynamics and the clinical assessment process.
- Cultural humility and experience working with diverse populations.
- Strong problem-solving case-management and organizational skills.
Why Join FIREFLY
- Make a real impact in the lives of children youth and families.
- Be part of an innovative and collaborative team dedicated to service excellence.
- Opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package including: HOOPP vacation entitlement starting at 4 weeks per year plus paid time off between Christmas and New Years paid sick leave paid benefit plan with coverage including health dental vision travel life insurance and critical illness insurance.
- Flexibility within the 35 hour workweek to meet the needs of the client and yourself.
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Interested in this position Please apply by Thursday August 14th 2025
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
