Clinical Counsellor (Gold River and Area)

The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council (NTC), Teechuktl (Mental Health) Program is seeking a permanent, full-time Teechuktl Clinical Counsellor to provide individual counselling for individuals or families in NTC’s Northern Region (Gold River and other remote areas).  Based out of the NTC’s Gold River office, this position would best suit someone who can provide counselling services that promotes individual and community wellness through a balance of Quu’asa (First Nation people) values and trauma-based clinical methods.

Responsibilities Include

• To establish a regular schedule of community visits and counselling sessions
• To coordinate effective service delivery strategies and instructions to service providers
• To maintain up-to-date files and provide statistical reports
• Travel to communities, sometimes for a few days at a time, is required
• To deliver consistent service within a framework inclusive of professional skills and Quu’asa (First Nation people) values

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Counselling, or related professional qualification with a specialization in mental health
• 5-years front line experience, with at least 3-years working with aboriginal people
• Registration with a related professional association
• Experience in programs to facilitate transformation from addictions
• Familiarity with Nuu-chah-nulth First Nations culture and healing processes
• Experience in cross-cultural education
• Strong personal boundaries and familiarity with ethical issues that arise from working with high risk population
• Possess a personal wellness plan
• Provide acceptable references and criminal record check

Competitive benefits and salary based on qualifications and experience: salary range $63,000 - $80,000 annually.