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As a clinical counsellor, you will work as a member of the Allied Health & Wellness team to provide Indigenous children, youth and families in Yukon communities with clinical counselling and wellness support. Our services are rooted in a strengths-based, culturally respectful approach that honours local ways of knowing. You’ll collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team while travelling to rural Yukon First Nation communities—rarely travelling in isolation.

The Counsellor works from a child/youth-centred, family-led, and community-based perspective, drawing upon strengths from First Nations culture, to provide counselling services and supports, which may include making referrals to other allied health supports.

This role presents a unique chance to advance your career while enjoying a rewarding experience. You will expand your clinical expertise, develop a deeper understanding of Indigenous community, and work with a team of allied health professionals in a community and child focused service model. If this aligns with your career goals, are passionate about wellness and are a clinical counsellor looking to deepen your experiences, we encourage you to review the complete job description and submit your application.

Position requirements include: 

• Ability to meet the NIHB/Indigenous Services Canada, Jordan’s Principle program eligibility requirements, which includes being registered as a clinical counsellor and be eligible to practice in Yukon. Registration with a professional counselling body in Canada, and be in good professional standing is recommended and may be requested.  
• Pre-employment acceptable RCMP Security Clearance and vulnerable sector search; Valid Class 5 Driver’s license & acceptable driver’s abstract.
• Travel is a requirement.  We are open to the Clinical Counsellor living in a rural Yukon community, travel to other Yukon communities will still be a requirement of the position.

 

Preference will be given to applicants who identify as Indigenous. Please self-identify in your application.

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