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Do you want to support woman and children who have been impacted by violence? Do you believe that a positive, healthy relationship can be a vehicle for change? Are you a social justice advocate who is looking to make a difference in the world? Then this may be the career opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Employment Positions currently available. Please see the job description(s) for more details. 

Sexual Assault Counsellor – Full Time

About us 

At HWS, we use a gender-based analysis (GBA+), trauma and violence informed framework to deliver prevention, education and crisis support services to women and their families who have been impacted by gender based violence (GBV) in rural Huron County.

Our services include a 24-hour helpline and emergency shelter, risk assessment and safety planning, advocacy, system navigation, individual and group healing opportunities, and community development.

Your impact  

By sharing your talent, you will directly support a woman’s healing journey. Being a part of the HWS team allows you to positively contribute to fostering growth and connection, changing the lives of individuals, families, and communities, the way you do best – through your leadership, knowledge, and abilities. We welcome your creativity and resourcefulness, and we will be there to support you in your personal and professional growth and leadership. 

We are seeking a strong, woman-centered Sexual Assault Counsellor to join our team. This is a full-time continuing role, including paid time off, enrollment in the Group Benefits, Health Spending Account, and RRSP program, clinical support and supervision, Employee Assistance Program and more.

Your duties and responsibilities will include (this is not an exhaustive list) 

  • Providing in person trauma-focused counselling, crisis intervention and crisis counselling services to survivors of sexual violence and trauma
  • Developing individualized safety plans with women, focusing on risk and consent
  • Completing intake with clients in a thorough and timely manner 
  • Managing wait lists for service and ensuring clients are seen in a timely manner 
  • Working with women to establish goals of the counselling relationship
  • Ensuring that counselling techniques are current and meeting the needs of clients
  • Acting as an advocate for clients within the justice and health systems and facilitating the referral process to other community agencies where appropriate
  • Completion of documentation as needed 
  • Participate in case conferencing as required
  • Complete accurate and relevant case notes and ensure client information is up to date in WISH.
  • Participation in the Huron-Perth Collaborative to Address Sexual Violence
  • Manage case files according to policies and procedures of the organization

Location

This position will require the incumbent to work at our administration office, located at 376 Huron Road, Goderich, Ontario

Hours

The hours for this position are 35 hours per week, typically Monday – Friday daytime, and may be required to work variable evening/weekend hours to support program needs.

What you bring to the role 

  • Master’s degree in social work, Counselling or related field of study preferred bachelor’s degree in social work, Counselling or related field of study required
  • Registration with the College of Social Work or related governing body in good standing preferred
  • Minimum of 2-5+ years’ experience in individual and/or group counselling with adults who have experienced sexual violence or trauma in a clinical setting
  • Specialized training in sexual violence counselling, including intergenerational trauma, childhood sexual abuse and Human Trafficking
  • Specialized knowledge of trauma therapy, mental health, and substance abuse
  • Well versed in survivor-centered, anti-racism/anti-oppressive practice and a strong understanding of the social determinants of health and sex positivity
  • Excellent knowledge of and experience with therapeutic interventions, up to date counselling practices, case management and case planning
  • Strong Experience with MS Office products, google apps for work, other internet applications and client database applications
  • Current CPR-C & First Aid certification required
  • Crisis Intervention, ASSIST, Mental Health First Aid certifications are assets
  • A valid vulnerable sector check is required of all roles 
  • Driver’s License, Clean Abstract and Auto Insurance ($2M Liability)

If this opportunity looks like it is a good fit for you, apply today!

Please forward your email and resume to the Senior Manager of Programs and Operations at emilie@huronwomensshelter.com.

We thank all those interested in the position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contracted.

Women & Family Services Advocate: Crisis Counsellor – Casual/Relief Continuing

Do you want to support woman and children who have been impacted by violence? Do you believe that a positive, healthy relationship can be a vehicle for change? Are you a social justice advocate who is looking to make a difference in the world? Then this may be the career opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Our Women & Family Services Advocates are an important component of the organizations’ resources, supporting women and families who have been hurt by violence and abuse.

At Huron Women’s Shelter, Second Stage Housing and Counselling Services (HWS), we use a feminist, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed framework to deliver prevention, education and crisis support services to women and their families who have been impacted by violence and abuse in Huron County. Our services include a 24-hour helpline and emergency shelter, Second Stage Housing, risk assessment and safety planning, advocacy, system navigation, individual and group healing opportunities, and community development.

We are looking for advocates to join our team who care about the same things. As a team, we aim to stretch, grow, challenge and champion each other, knowing we can only serve others well when we too are healthy and alive. If this stirs a fire in your belly, then consider joining our team!

Summary: 

Reporting to the Program Manager and working closely with the Women and Family Services Team, the Advocate is accountable to create a safe and supportive environment for women and families impacted by violence and abuse to seek help.

What you would bring to the role:

  • Social Service Worker Diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor of Social Work degree or equivalent post-secondary education preferred.
  • Fluency in other languages would be welcomed and considered an asset
  • A minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in the Violence Against Women (VAW) sector; preference given to those with counselling experience supporting women who have experienced Gender-based Violence.
  • Your experience working with women and children in a shelter setting would be welcome and considered an asset.
  • Your excellent conflict resolution skills, including the ability to facilitate difficult conversations where required
  • Your ability to act as an advocate, strong ability for case planning and effective ability to provide child/women-centered practice delivery
  • Your outstanding communication, listening and assessment skills
  • You demonstrated organizational abilities and exceptional customer service skills
  • You are considered computer savvy with the ability to navigate computer technology and applications
  • Your ability to provide a clear current police vulnerable sector check
  • Your current CPR (Level C) and First Aid Certifications (or by date of hire)

How you would know you are a good fit:

  • You have a solid understanding of feminism, the women’s movement, anti-racism/anti-oppression, and trauma informed practice.
  • You demonstrate mentorship and leadership ability in alignment with our organization’s philosophy of growth and development of staff and our programs
  • You demonstrate women’s advocacy skills, strong case planning skills and effective child/women-centered practice delivery.

What we would offer (a more detailed job description will be provided when invited to interview for the role):

  • Responsibility for managing the day to day running of the shelter, including providing support services to residents of the shelter and members of the community. Your ability to shine as an advocate, providing crisis support on the 24-hour phone lines.
  • The opportunity for you to demonstrate commitment to providing excellent client services, contributing to a respectful, productive work environment
  • A chance to advocate on behalf of clients, making a difference in their lives, liaising with other community agencies and professionals to ensure clients are appropriately supported.
  • A casual relief role with variable weekday/end day, afternoon, night shifts, with a pay rate of $24.91/hour.
  • A position located at 376 Huron Road, Goderich, Ontario

HWS is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion within its organization, and strongly welcomes and encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, people of colour, women, persons who live with disabilities, people from 2SLGBTQI+ communities, and people from diverse communities.

If this opportunity looks like it is a good fit for you, please submit a cover letter and resume via email to tanya@huronwomensshelter.com.

Please ensure Cover Letter & Resume are saved as ONE .pdf file, titled: LAST NAME, First name – Position

HWS an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process.

We thank all those interested in the position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contracted. If contacted for an employment opportunity and you require accommodation, or if this information is required in an accessible format, please share your accommodation needs at that time.