Position Summary:

Job summary

Provide primarily appointment-based, and some drop-in, mental health counselling to youth accessing Huddle NorWest. Co-facilitate mental health support groups and collaborate with internal and external partners in operating the youth services site.

Job details

NORWEST CO-OP COMMUNITY HEALTH JOB POSTING Youth Mental Health Community Counsellor 0.5 EFT (Part-time) Position Six-Month Term with a Possibility of Extension Internal & External Posting Department: Huddle NorWest Position: Youth Mental Health Community Counsellor Responsible To: Community Development Coordinator Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible Anticipated End Date: Six months from start date (with a Possibility of Extension) Hourly Rate: $44.294 – $54.487 Union: MAHCP Position Summary: The Youth Mental Health Community Counsellor will provide mainly appointment-based, and some drop-in, mental health counselling support to youth accessing services at Huddle NorWest, an integrated youth services (IYS) site run through NorWest Co-op Community Health and part of the provincial Huddle youth hubs initiative. Counsellors also co-facilitate mental health support groups, and work with both internal and external partners in the operation of Huddle NorWest. Primary hours for this position: Currently under assessment – may be a combination involving some full (7.5 hours) shifts and some shorter shifts. Applicants must be available for the hours during which Huddle NorWest is open (currently 10am-6pm Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri, and 11am-7pm on Wednesdays). Education And Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in related field, including Social Work; Occupational Therapy (MOT); Counselling; or other. Registration with applicable College required. Minimum one year’s experience providing youth mental health counselling. Experience working in community development and community outreach. Knowledge of community resources and community development principles & practices. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Empathetic, non-judgmental approach. Ability to work well within an interdisciplinary team in a variety of settings. Knowledge and experience with diverse cultures and economic backgrounds. Experience working within an integrated youth services setting an asset. Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle required. Child/elder abuse and criminal records check required. Please submit your application (resume and a cover letter) in confidence to: Rupsi Parajuli, HR Assistant NorWest Co-op Community Health 785 Keewatin Street, Winnipeg MB Email: rparajuli@norwestcoop.ca Application Deadline: November 11, 2026 We thank everyone who expresses interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Provide primarily appointment-based, and some drop-in, mental health counselling to youth accessing Huddle NorWest. Co-facilitate mental health support groups and collaborate with internal and external partners in operating the youth services site.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in a related field and registration with the applicable professional college are required, along with at least one year of youth mental health counselling experience. Candidates also need community development and outreach experience, knowledge of community resources, strong communication and problem-solving skills, cultural awareness, a valid driver's license and vehicle access, and required background checks.

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Group Facilitation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Community development · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Youth Mental Health Counselling
• Community Development
• Community Outreach
• Knowledge of Community Resources
• Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Empathy
• Interdisciplinary Teamwork
• Cultural Competence
• Group Facilitation

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services

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