Anti Human Trafficking Youth Counsellor

Company: Ganohkwasra Family Assault Support Services

PLEASE NOTE: All applicants must be willing to provide service in a holistic environment that encompasses men, women and children. 

 

CLOSING DATE:  Wednesday August 7^th, by 4:30 pm

 

SALARY: $60,000

 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Under the direction of the Gaodwiya:noh Child & Youth Supervisor, is responsible for trauma-informed response to survivors of trafficking, planning and facilitating safe therapeutic counselling; demonstrate expertise on the topic of human trafficking; assist in the development, organization and implementation of program activities; ensuring case management duties are completed according to Minimum Standards; preparing and maintaining administrative duties; promoting a supportive, respectful and harmonious team environment.

 

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• Post Secondary graduate in Child and Youth Work, Social Work or relevant discipline or a minimum of three years equivalent combination of work and volunteer experience in the provision of services regarding human trafficking, family violence and other relevant disciplines.
• Knowledgeable of the impact of human trafficking on Haudenosaunee youth, family, clan, nation and community.
• Must provide three written letters of reference
• Must be able to provide a current Criminal Record Search including Vulnerable Sector Search. 
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and Proven safe driving record as indicated by a Driver Record Search.
• Preference will be given to applicants of Native ancestry

 

DIRECTIONS:

In order to be considered, applications MUST include a cover letter, resume, and 3 current letters of reference.  All documents should clearly state the position applying for.  Please indicate “CONFIDENTIAL” AND “ATTENTION DIRECTOR” and the position applying for on the envelope. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

 

 

Mail to:                    Ganohkwasra Family Assault Support Services

                                P.O. Box 250

                                Ohsweken, Ontario

                                N0A 1M0

 

Deliver to:                1781 Chiefswood Rd.

                                Ohsweken, Ontario

 

Email to:                  bthomas@ganohkwasra.com

 

Fax to:                     519-445-4825

 

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

 

Employees will be required to expand and enhance their knowledge, abilities and personal suitability and be able to demonstrate / implement these requirements on an ongoing basis

 

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• Post Secondary graduate in Child and Youth Work, Social Work or relevant discipline or a minimum of three years equivalent combination of work and volunteer experience in the provision of services regarding human trafficking, family violence and other relevant disciplines.
• Knowledgeable of the impact of human trafficking on Haudenosaunee youth, family, clan, nation and community.
• Must be able to provide a current Criminal Record Search including Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and a proven safe driving record as indicated by a Driver Record Search.
• Preference will be given to applicants of Native ancestry.

KNOWLEDGE:

• • Ganohkwasra’s mission, objectives and values
  • Understanding of family and sexual violence/exploitation, the dynamics of abuse, its effects on individual, family and community, specifically related to Haudenosaunee youth
  • Demonstrate expertise in the areas of human trafficking, sexual exploitation, mental health and trauma for youth
  • Understanding of the root causes of sexual and intimate partner violence
  • Understanding of social justice inequality and human trafficking
  • Awareness of traditional and non-traditional community resources
  • Haudenosaunee culture and traditions
  • Community diversity concerning culture, values and customs
  • Assimilation and the impact on the community
  • Traditional life cycle responsibilities (human growth and developmental stages)
  • Current provincial and federal legislation relating to Ganohkwasra services
  • Appropriate resources

ABILITY:

• • To keep abreast of new theories and approaches in the field of human trafficking, family and sexual violence
  • To respond effectively to various situations, including crisis-driven response, involving potentially traumatized victims of human trafficking/sexual exploitation
  • To plan and facilitate safe psycho-educational and therapeutic counselling
  • To maintain a case management system
  • To communicate at a high oral and written level
  • To work independently and without direct supervision
  • To competently operate office equipment; computers/software, photocopiers, fax machine
  • To develop and maintain quality time management skills
  • To maintain a good rapport with external resources
  • To assess, prioritize and complete multiple responsibilities.
  • To work flexible hours
  • To be punctual
  • To work in a highly stressful environment.
  • To work with a high-risk population.

 

• PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

• Sensitivity to other cultures, customs, traditions and diversity
• Maintain and respect healthy boundaries with all individuals
• Able to demonstrate personal and professional ethics, responsibility, initiative and
  • cooperation
• Cooperates and works well with others to foster teamwork.
• Objective, respectful and sensitive in the performance of all duties
• Willing to engage in the development of your spiritual, emotional and physical self

 

DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES

The Gaodwiya:noh Anti-Human Trafficking Youth Counsellor will fulfill the requirements of this position under the direct supervision of the Gaodwiya:noh Child & Youth Supervisor.

 

Plan and facilitate safe therapeutic counselling to individuals and / or families by providing:

• accurate and complete intake packages
• orientation to the environment and counselling process
• complete comprehensive assessments, circle of life self-assessment and healing journey plan of care
• ongoing assessment of short- and long-term goals as identified in healing journey/plan of care
• weekly sessions
• program development and delivery of group sessions
• family/mediation sessions as identified
• crisis counselling: prevention and intervention
• assistance in the gathering and development of traditional and non-traditional resource material
• telephone support, virtual platforms, home visits, community contacts as deemed necessary and safe
• networking and support as an advocate and liaison
• referrals to appropriate resources
• transportation when assessed as appropriate

In accordance to the Minimum Standards ensure all case management responsibilities are current and accurate by:

• submitting documentation for feedback, revision and approval
• maintaining accurate case management data and information responsibilities
• identifying and developing safety plans for high-risk situations
• reporting all disclosures, safety plans and serious occurrences to appropriate authorities
• completing charting according to A, B, C, D format
• filing of incoming / outgoing correspondence
• advocacy for human trafficking survivors or those at risk
• following up with referrals
• revising healing journey plan of care
• preparing and participating in case conference(s) / review(s) as deemed necessary
• organizing / attending all relevant case management meetings
• completing discharge summaries
• completing evaluations
• securing all files in a designated locked storage area and ensuring files are not removed from the building
  
  • * All files are subject to a file maintenance review

Prepare, conduct and maintain administrative duties in a timely manner by:

• adhering to and abiding by the contents of the Ganohkwasra Family Assault Support Services operations manual
• maintain regular and open communication with supervisor and team regarding projects
• completing and submitting weekly timesheets, appropriate leave forms, monthly reports, Professional / Personal Development requests and summaries as identified
• individual and group summary reports as required
• assisting in the development of annual work and training plans
• assisting in any evaluation process and / or review as required by funding sources
• completing all requirements of supervision (preparation, participation and completion)
• attending to all mandatory meetings and training as required
• submitting all internal and external documentation to immediate supervisor for review and signature
• completing all duties in the strictest of confidence
• assisting and planning of menus, purchasing of groceries and supplies when required

Promote a supportive, respectful and harmonious team environment by:

• team oriented and able to implement and strength-based approaches to providing trauma-informed services
• working cooperatively and in coordination with all staff members
• communicating concerns with all staff members in a sensitive, direct manner to promote understanding and resolution
• attending and participating in staff meetings and training sessions
• providing compassion / nurturance to those involved with Ganohkwasra who are experiencing death / tragedy e.g., cooking
• planning and coordinating human trafficking awareness events and participating in special events related to Ganohkwasra initiatives to encourage wellness and spirit
• assisting in general housekeeping and maintaining safety requirements of environment
• providing lunch coverage to receptionist 11:30 – 12:15 p.m. as required
• assisting in the developing, informing / liaising with other agencies / community members about human trafficking from a Haudenosaunee perspective as identified
• planning, implementing and / or assisting with fund raising activities
• being willing to participate in personal therapeutic healing process and provide documentation as required/requested
• promoting Haudenosaunee principles, values, beliefs, language and customs
• ongoing maintenance of personal and professional growth and development
• relating to one another with respect and kindness to promote the principles of the Good Mind