Sexual Violence Support Counsellor- Crisis & Support Program
Sexual Violence Support Counsellor- Crisis & Support Program
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Sexual Violence Support Counsellor- Crisis & Support Program
Calgary Communities Against Sexual Abuse (CCASA) is a dynamic agency that focuses on providing sexual violence counselling and education services to Calgary and surrounding areas. Working at CCASA means joining a team of passionate hard-working professionals who are committed to providing a health society that is respectful open and inclusive. As a Sexual Violence Support Counsellor you will be part of the Crisis and Support team. The successful candidate will be a compassionate flexible and organized individual who is able to work both independently and within a multi-disciplinary team to provide crisis intervention information support advocacy and referrals both over the phone and in person to clients accessing CCASA services.
This is a full-time (35 hours/week) position reporting to the Crisis and Support Program Supervisor. If you have a great attitude and possess an anti-oppressive/feminist analysis of sexual violence this may be the job for you.
Why join us
Competitive Pay and Benefits (including a Health & Wellness Spending Account)
RRSP/TFSA Group Savings Plan
Generous Vacation Policy (starting at 3 weeks per year)
Gift Days (1 day per quarter)
Health and Wellness Leave (15 days per year)
Training and Development Opportunities (Professional Development funding and 5 days per year)
Dedicated time for learnings related to Anti-Racism Truth & Reconciliation and Anti-Oppression (1 day per quarter)
Regular individual and group supervision
Key Responsibilities of the Sexual Violence Support Counsellor-Crisis & Support Program include:
Providing support and crisis intervention to individuals accessing both CCASAs Support and Information Line as well as Albertas One-Line for Sexual Violence via phone text and online chat
Providing crisis intervention and support in person as a member of the Calgary Sexual Assault Response Team (CSART) to individuals who have experienced sexual assault within the last 168 hours
Responding to and supporting disclosures of sexual abuse/assault in a professional and supportive manner
Completing thorough risk and needs assessments
Completing collaborative safety plans when required
Providing information advocacy and referrals as well as assistance with system navigation
Connecting current and prospective clients to CCASA programs including providing program information and appointment booking support.
Providing consultation and information to professionals and other community members
Working collaboratively with professionals from other disciplines
Contributing to and maintaining a strong referral database
Completing required administrative tasks including data entry and documentation
Assisting with training CCASA staff volunteers and students for both the line/chat/text services and the CSART program
Participating in a number of on-call shifts after hours over the course of the year as part of a
rotation Other duties as required
Qualifications of the successful applicant will include the following:
Bachelor of Social Work or other degree in social/human services with related work experience (registration with a regulating body is preferred)
Possess an anti-oppressive/feminist analysis of sexual violence
Strong assessment and crisis intervention skills
Demonstrated effective communication advocacy boundary setting and rapport building skills
Knowledge of community resources within Calgary and surrounding areas
Ability to build professional relationships within a multi-disciplinary team
Strong conflict resolution skills
Strong multi-tasking skills and a high level of organization
Ability to work within a team environment and independently
Creative problem-solving skills and an ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment
Knowledge of Alberta College of Social Workers Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice including a strong understanding of the duty to report
Must be registered if degree falls under a regulatory body
Must have access to a reliable vehicle
**This position is not remote and requires working from the office.
Successful applicants will be required to work some evenings and weekends.
We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the community we work in and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women members of Black racialized or visible minority communities Indigenous Peoples people identifying as LGBTQ2S people with disabilities and people from all faiths. We invite qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If we can make applying easier through accommodation in the recruitment process please contact us at Starting salary is $52500 (salary will be commensurate with education and experience).
As a requirement of this position the successful candidate must satisfy and receive clear results for a Criminal Record Check and Child Welfare Check.
Please submit your resume and cover letter to: by Oct 20 2025.
Or mail or fax resumes with cover letter to:
Clinical Program Supervisor Crisis and Support
910 7th Avenue SW (Gateway Building)
Calgary AB T2P-3N8
Fax
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. We thank all those who apply only those actively being considered for employment will be contacted.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
