Counselling Advocate Women's Empowerment

Position: Counselling Advocate for Women's Empowerment
Location: Midland

Join Athena's Counselling and Advocacy Centre as a dedicated Counsellor focusing on women's empowerment through trauma-informed practices. This position combines individual counselling with community outreach initiatives.

In this role, you will provide essential support to women who have faced gender-based violence, utilizing your knowledge of feminist practices and harm reduction philosophies. You will create a safe space for healing and promote self-advocacy skills among clients, ensuring they are supported in their recovery journey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide supportive and therapeutic counselling

• Facilitate access to community resources

• Develop action and safety plans collaboratively

• Engage in crisis intervention and ongoing support

• Deliver educational group sessions for skill development

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of relevant counselling experience

• Degree/diploma in social work preferred

• First Aid/CPR and WHMIS certification

• Deep understanding of anti-violence frameworks

• Strong communication and organizational skills

Empower women through compassionate counselling and advocacy at Athena's Centre.
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