Child and Youth Counsellor
Top Benefits
About the role
LIVE IN TREATMENT COUNSELLOR Child and Youth Counsellor Caledon South Full Time (40 hours) EveryMind Mental Health Services (formerly Peel Children’s Centre) is looking for committed and passionate Live in Treatment Counsellors. Our Live in Treatment Program provides a safe, accepting, supportive environment for temporary live-in treatment of children experiencing serious emotional, behavioural, or relationship difficulties. Located in Caledon in a peaceful campus, the Live-In Treatment Program operates 24 hours a day and provides treatment to clients in a home like setting.
EveryMind is an accredited child and youth mental health centre that provides a continuum of high-quality mental health services for children, youth and their families who are experiencing social, emotional and/or behavioral challenges.
The Live in Treatment Counsellor is a member of a multidisciplinary team and is assigned as a Primary Worker to a client. The Counsellor must ensure the safety and well-being of all clients in the Program and must maintain the integrity of the treatment model for services in keeping with the agency Mission Statement, values, clinical philosophies and Service Plan.
The Counsellor works 8- and 12-hour shifts between the hours of 7am and 11pm, on a 6 week rotation. Shifts are scheduled during the full week, inclusive of some weekends. The Counsellor is only on site when required for shifts or training.
Hiring Salary range - $53,833 - $62,977 over 5 years Please note that hiring salaries are commensurate with experience and generally start at the beginning of the range.
Why work at EveryMind?
- Work for an organization that is the lead agency in child and youth mental health services for Region of Peel, known for our excellence in providing quality services.
- Contribute to the mental health & wellbeing of children and youth.
- Enjoy exceptional training and development opportunities including an Education Assistance Plan to support employees in further education in their field.
- A strong workplace wellness focus: 4 weeks paid vacation , 2 float days, paid personal leave days, in addition to 11 paid public holidays.
- An Extended Health Plan that includes $1000 for mental health supports and a Flexible Health Spending Account.
- Company Laptop and cellphone provided to employees.
- An excellent Extended Health and Dental benefits plan, all premiums fully paid by the employer, no co-pay required by the employee.
- Income protection Sick leave Plan and Life insurance.
- Free, confidential 24/7 counselling and mental health support for you and your family via our Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- An exceptional Retirement Plan where the employer contributes 7% equivalent of your salary to your personal pension plan.
- A workplace culture that embraces Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Anti-racism (DEIA) with employee-led internal committees focusing on Black Engagement, LGBTQ2S, Indigenous Knowledge.
Job Responsibilities: The incumbent will:
- Maintain the integrity of the treatment model for live in treatment services by maintaining knowledge of individual client case histories and treatment plans and ensuring implementation of the treatment plans, in keeping with the agency clinical philosophy;
- Work collaboratively with other program staff, case managers, clinicians and clinical consultants, ensuring the effective implementation of treatment for each client;
- Actively contribute to the provision of a safe, caring, therapeutic environment for each client ensuring adequate care and sensitivity to cultural preferences;
- Facilitate treatment groups, as required;
- Transport clients as required and problem solve transportation issues;
- Support the program by ensuring meal preparation and maintenance of the program site;
- Dispense medications to clients as per physician’s medication orders;
- Ensure clinical records and statistics are completed in accordance with agency standards and time-lines;
- Effectively design, and implement a crisis plan to ensure safety within the milieu setting;
- Maintain knowledge of and comply with required and relevant legislation including all Health and Safety legislation to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for staff and clients;
- Plan, coordinate and participate in special events and recreational activities with clients.
Skills and Qualifications:
- A Child & Youth Worker diploma with a minimum of one-year related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Have a proven understanding of a milieu environment and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team;
- Strong engagement and assessment skills with clients and families;
- Possess a thorough knowledge of mental health issues and the ability to apply trauma focused support;
- Demonstrated ability to utilize a strengths-based approach and work from a trauma informed lens;
- Demonstrated cultural competence, to support clients from diverse populations;
- Demonstrated ability to assess, manage, implement, and design crisis plans;
- Demonstrated knowledge of client care information systems and MS-Office, Outlook and Internet use;
- Have a valid G Class Driver’s License, Current First Aid Certification and UMAB Certification;
- A Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check and Pre-Employment Medical screening (including TB test, MMR, TD, Polio, Covid-19 vaccination), is required;
EveryMind is committed to building a highly qualified, diverse, inclusive, varied workplace reflecting the full diversity of the community we serve, a workplace that is welcoming to people of all backgrounds, where our employees and our clients can be their authentic selves.
We encourage applications from members of historically marginalized groups including but not limited to Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour, people with varying abilities, LGBTQ2S+, and other equity-seeking groups. Please click on link to see our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion statement. https://everymind.ca/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/
We are striving to create a barrier-free and accessible workplace for everyone, this includes our hiring processes. EveryMind will make every effort to accommodate any accessibility needs of candidates through the hiring process, under the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005). Please inform us if you require any accommodations during the hiring process.
We appreciate your interest, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. If this position is of interest to you, please submit a cover letter and resume by January 2, 2026.
About EveryMind Mental Health Services
Since 1985, EveryMind has inspired hope by leading in the delivery of high quality mental health services for infants, children, youth, young adults (up to age 25) and families in the Region of Peel.
We are a caring community working together for children, youth and families. We are welcoming and genuine, and we listen deeply to understand our clients’ needs, creating space for them to feel safe, heard and supported.
As authentic and inclusive leaders, we are driven to help others. We lead by example and believe that collaboration increases our capacity to add value and make an impact for our clients, community and sector.
We serve our clients with pride and passion. By delivering high quality services that exceed our clients’ expectations, we inspire them to feel empowered and optimistic about today and tomorrow.
The essence of everything we do is hope and a belief that positively impacting the lives of infants, children, youth, young adults and families will make our communities healthier and happier for everyone.
Child and Youth Counsellor
Top Benefits
About the role
LIVE IN TREATMENT COUNSELLOR Child and Youth Counsellor Caledon South Full Time (40 hours) EveryMind Mental Health Services (formerly Peel Children’s Centre) is looking for committed and passionate Live in Treatment Counsellors. Our Live in Treatment Program provides a safe, accepting, supportive environment for temporary live-in treatment of children experiencing serious emotional, behavioural, or relationship difficulties. Located in Caledon in a peaceful campus, the Live-In Treatment Program operates 24 hours a day and provides treatment to clients in a home like setting.
EveryMind is an accredited child and youth mental health centre that provides a continuum of high-quality mental health services for children, youth and their families who are experiencing social, emotional and/or behavioral challenges.
The Live in Treatment Counsellor is a member of a multidisciplinary team and is assigned as a Primary Worker to a client. The Counsellor must ensure the safety and well-being of all clients in the Program and must maintain the integrity of the treatment model for services in keeping with the agency Mission Statement, values, clinical philosophies and Service Plan.
The Counsellor works 8- and 12-hour shifts between the hours of 7am and 11pm, on a 6 week rotation. Shifts are scheduled during the full week, inclusive of some weekends. The Counsellor is only on site when required for shifts or training.
Hiring Salary range - $53,833 - $62,977 over 5 years Please note that hiring salaries are commensurate with experience and generally start at the beginning of the range.
Why work at EveryMind?
- Work for an organization that is the lead agency in child and youth mental health services for Region of Peel, known for our excellence in providing quality services.
- Contribute to the mental health & wellbeing of children and youth.
- Enjoy exceptional training and development opportunities including an Education Assistance Plan to support employees in further education in their field.
- A strong workplace wellness focus: 4 weeks paid vacation , 2 float days, paid personal leave days, in addition to 11 paid public holidays.
- An Extended Health Plan that includes $1000 for mental health supports and a Flexible Health Spending Account.
- Company Laptop and cellphone provided to employees.
- An excellent Extended Health and Dental benefits plan, all premiums fully paid by the employer, no co-pay required by the employee.
- Income protection Sick leave Plan and Life insurance.
- Free, confidential 24/7 counselling and mental health support for you and your family via our Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- An exceptional Retirement Plan where the employer contributes 7% equivalent of your salary to your personal pension plan.
- A workplace culture that embraces Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Anti-racism (DEIA) with employee-led internal committees focusing on Black Engagement, LGBTQ2S, Indigenous Knowledge.
Job Responsibilities: The incumbent will:
- Maintain the integrity of the treatment model for live in treatment services by maintaining knowledge of individual client case histories and treatment plans and ensuring implementation of the treatment plans, in keeping with the agency clinical philosophy;
- Work collaboratively with other program staff, case managers, clinicians and clinical consultants, ensuring the effective implementation of treatment for each client;
- Actively contribute to the provision of a safe, caring, therapeutic environment for each client ensuring adequate care and sensitivity to cultural preferences;
- Facilitate treatment groups, as required;
- Transport clients as required and problem solve transportation issues;
- Support the program by ensuring meal preparation and maintenance of the program site;
- Dispense medications to clients as per physician’s medication orders;
- Ensure clinical records and statistics are completed in accordance with agency standards and time-lines;
- Effectively design, and implement a crisis plan to ensure safety within the milieu setting;
- Maintain knowledge of and comply with required and relevant legislation including all Health and Safety legislation to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for staff and clients;
- Plan, coordinate and participate in special events and recreational activities with clients.
Skills and Qualifications:
- A Child & Youth Worker diploma with a minimum of one-year related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Have a proven understanding of a milieu environment and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team;
- Strong engagement and assessment skills with clients and families;
- Possess a thorough knowledge of mental health issues and the ability to apply trauma focused support;
- Demonstrated ability to utilize a strengths-based approach and work from a trauma informed lens;
- Demonstrated cultural competence, to support clients from diverse populations;
- Demonstrated ability to assess, manage, implement, and design crisis plans;
- Demonstrated knowledge of client care information systems and MS-Office, Outlook and Internet use;
- Have a valid G Class Driver’s License, Current First Aid Certification and UMAB Certification;
- A Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check and Pre-Employment Medical screening (including TB test, MMR, TD, Polio, Covid-19 vaccination), is required;
EveryMind is committed to building a highly qualified, diverse, inclusive, varied workplace reflecting the full diversity of the community we serve, a workplace that is welcoming to people of all backgrounds, where our employees and our clients can be their authentic selves.
We encourage applications from members of historically marginalized groups including but not limited to Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour, people with varying abilities, LGBTQ2S+, and other equity-seeking groups. Please click on link to see our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion statement. https://everymind.ca/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/
We are striving to create a barrier-free and accessible workplace for everyone, this includes our hiring processes. EveryMind will make every effort to accommodate any accessibility needs of candidates through the hiring process, under the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005). Please inform us if you require any accommodations during the hiring process.
We appreciate your interest, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. If this position is of interest to you, please submit a cover letter and resume by January 2, 2026.
About EveryMind Mental Health Services
Since 1985, EveryMind has inspired hope by leading in the delivery of high quality mental health services for infants, children, youth, young adults (up to age 25) and families in the Region of Peel.
We are a caring community working together for children, youth and families. We are welcoming and genuine, and we listen deeply to understand our clients’ needs, creating space for them to feel safe, heard and supported.
As authentic and inclusive leaders, we are driven to help others. We lead by example and believe that collaboration increases our capacity to add value and make an impact for our clients, community and sector.
We serve our clients with pride and passion. By delivering high quality services that exceed our clients’ expectations, we inspire them to feel empowered and optimistic about today and tomorrow.
The essence of everything we do is hope and a belief that positively impacting the lives of infants, children, youth, young adults and families will make our communities healthier and happier for everyone.