Ensuring Nova Scotians receive the services of skilled and competent social workers who are knowledgeable, ethical, qualified, and accountable to the people who receive social work services.
We establish, maintain, and regulate Standards of Professional Practice to ensure Nova Scotians receive the services of skilled and competent social workers who are knowledgeable, ethical, qualified, and accountable to the people who receive their services.
The Pathways to Healing project is dedicated to supporting individuals recovering from harm or violence in intimate partner relationships. The project provides individual counselling, group counselling, and holistic programming. The project provides opportunities and resources to support healing from trauma in a community environment.
The Pathways to Healing counsellor will be responsible for providing trauma-informed, client-centered therapy to support individuals in their healing process, and leading therapeutic group sessions to create a safe and supportive environment where participants can share experiences and foster mutual support. This role will also participate in a weekly clinical meeting with the counselling team. The ideal candidate will have experience in trauma-informed care, a strong understanding of intimate partner violence, and a commitment to helping individuals heal and move forward in their lives.
Qualifications:
MSW, M.Ed in Counselling, MACP or equivalent
Eligibility for registration with a professional college
Knowledge and experience of Narrative Therapy and trauma-informed practice
Ability to work collaboratively with professional team
Ability to effectively manage a client caseload
Experience working with diverse communities using social determinants of health lens