Child & Youth Counsellor
Top Benefits
About the role
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
Job Overview
The Child and Youth Counsellor (CYC) plays a vital role in supporting children and youth with complex mental health needs and their families in Norman Wells. As a key member of the community counselling team within the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA), the CYC delivers specialized therapeutic and behavioural support services, primarily in school settings. The position involves direct client care, collaborative service planning, mental health education, and coordination with local agencies to ensure integrated, culturally safe, and trauma-informed care.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments and deliver evidence-based therapy to children and youth with emotional, behavioural, and mental health challenges, including individual, family, and group counselling.
-Collaborate with families and community partners to create integrated, person- and family-centered care plans, and monitor their implementation and outcomes.
- Offer mental health consultation, training, and crisis intervention support to school staff, community service providers, and other professionals.
- Foster collaboration among health, education, justice, and local organizations to deliver wraparound supports for children, youth, and families.
- Support trauma-informed and culturally relevant practices, advocate for client needs across agencies, and promote wellness through community events and partnerships.
Key Qualifications
A Masters degree in Clinical Social Work, Psychology, or Counselling (Not Human Ecology, Public Health, Therapeutic Recreation, Child and Youth Care) AND two (2) years of relevant experience.
OR
A Bachelor's degree in Clinical Social Work, Psychology, or Counselling (Not Human Ecology, Public Health, Therapeutic Recreation, Child and Youth Care) and five (5) years of direct counselling experience.
The GNWT offers a competitive salary, a Northern living allowance, a defined benefit pension plan, and health and dental benefits, as well as relocation assistance.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
hlthss_recruitment@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.
Child & Youth Counsellor
Top Benefits
About the role
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
Job Overview
The Child and Youth Counsellor (CYC) plays a vital role in supporting children and youth with complex mental health needs and their families in Norman Wells. As a key member of the community counselling team within the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA), the CYC delivers specialized therapeutic and behavioural support services, primarily in school settings. The position involves direct client care, collaborative service planning, mental health education, and coordination with local agencies to ensure integrated, culturally safe, and trauma-informed care.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments and deliver evidence-based therapy to children and youth with emotional, behavioural, and mental health challenges, including individual, family, and group counselling.
-Collaborate with families and community partners to create integrated, person- and family-centered care plans, and monitor their implementation and outcomes.
- Offer mental health consultation, training, and crisis intervention support to school staff, community service providers, and other professionals.
- Foster collaboration among health, education, justice, and local organizations to deliver wraparound supports for children, youth, and families.
- Support trauma-informed and culturally relevant practices, advocate for client needs across agencies, and promote wellness through community events and partnerships.
Key Qualifications
A Masters degree in Clinical Social Work, Psychology, or Counselling (Not Human Ecology, Public Health, Therapeutic Recreation, Child and Youth Care) AND two (2) years of relevant experience.
OR
A Bachelor's degree in Clinical Social Work, Psychology, or Counselling (Not Human Ecology, Public Health, Therapeutic Recreation, Child and Youth Care) and five (5) years of direct counselling experience.
The GNWT offers a competitive salary, a Northern living allowance, a defined benefit pension plan, and health and dental benefits, as well as relocation assistance.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
hlthss_recruitment@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.