Child & Youth Counsellor Victoria Hospice (224068)
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22 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
In alignment with the Mission Vision and Values of Victoria Hospice the safety of patients clients families and staff is a shared responsibility and a top priority. As such the ongoing commitment to improving quality enhancing safety and mitigating risk is integral to every aspect of this role.
Reporting to the Clinical Director the Child and Youth Counsellor provides a variety of counselling services to address the psychosocial needs of children youth and families registered with Victoria Hospice Bereavement services. Provides professional expertise and consultation on anticipatory grief and bereavement care as it relates to education quality improvement and research. Participates in the selection on-boarding and orientation of bereavement volunteers under the Director leadership. May be required to provide work direction to volunteers as designated by the Director. Records appropriate client information and collects required program statistics. Maintains knowledge of and contributes to current theory and practice in child and youth anticipatory grief and bereavement care.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Training And Experience
- Masters degree in Counselling Social Work or Child and Youth Care; and
- Two (2) years recent relevant experience in bereavement counselling and two (2) years experience providing counselling to children and youth; and
- Current registration and licensing with a regulatory body for example BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC); and
- Valid BC Drivers License.
An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to apply the philosophy of anticipatory grief support and bereavement care in counselling.
- Ability to work effectively and supportively with children youth and families one on one and in groups
- Ability to deal effectively with others including families colleagues and relevant outside agencies.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated computer skills (e.g. MS Office).
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development for self including self-reflective practice.
Requirements
Key Skills
- Catheter Care
- Nursing Home Experience
- Patient Care
- Communication skills
- Computer Skills
- Hospice Care
- Vital Signs Experience
- Case Management
- Home Care
- Medical Imaging
- Catheterization
- Cerner
About Company
Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) is one of British Columbia’s five regional health authorities. With 20,000 employees and 1,900 physician partners, Island Health provides a comprehensive range of progressive health services to the 765,000 residents of Vancouver Island ... View more
