Bilingual Family Violence Counsellor

The Bilingual Family Violence Counsellor is a position funded by the Province of Ontario to provide bilingual support and resources for Francophone and Military family members who are experiencing family violence. The Bilingual Family Violence Counsellor will require a thorough understanding of the unique and demanding lifestyle experienced by military families, the needs of Francophone families, and the impact of family violence on women and children. Community planning, psychoeducational services and counselling will raise awareness of Francophone services, healthy relationships, increase family stability and provide support in navigating systems.

Hours of Work Hours of work are full-time, 37.5 hours per week based on the needs of the Trenton MFRC and may include evening/weekends.

Start Date: To be discussed.

Qualifications and Competencies The Bilingual Family Counsellor will have:

● a post-secondary education from a recognized institution in Social Work, Social Services, Psychology or equivalent education;

● be a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)

● be fluent in oral and written English and French, Bilingualism is Mandatory;

● a minimum of two (2) years experience working in a social service setting with a strong focus on providing bilingual counselling support for Francophone families and women and children experiencing family violence;

● a minimum of two (2) years experience providing psycho-educational groups;

● a strong understanding of the unique military lifestyle challenges experienced by families, with a strong focus on Francophone and family violence resources;

● a thorough understanding of bilingual MFRC, Military and Community organizations and resources to provide appropriate referrals to services and supports for CAF members, Veterans and their families;

● a high degree of interpersonal communication skills;

● the ability to effectively manage change and work i n a multidisciplinary environment;

● proficiency in various computer applications and the ability to adapt to new applications as they become available;

● an approved criminal reference check and vulnerable sector screening.

If interested and qualified, please submit your resume to Kelly Briggs at [email protected] no later than July, 1st, 2025