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Career Opportunity at COSTI

General Counsellor

COSTI REQUIRES A GENERAL COUNSELLOR FOR ITS
NORTH YORK CENTRE

Duties:

  • Provides assessment of client needs and development of both short and long term settlement counselling and orientation programs to newcomers, in particular Russian speaking immigrants.
  • Assists clients through information, referral, documentation, crisis intervention and supportive counselling services.
  • Organises and facilitates group orientation sessions.
  • Provides outreach to the Russian community; promotes the programs and services of the agency.
  • Provides follow-up to clients.
  • Liaises with government, community groups, educational institutions and volunteers.
  • Keeps administrative records of services and activities and prepares necessary reports; inputs service data utilizing COSTI and ICARE databases.
  • Performs other duties as required.
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    Qualifications:

  • Social Services Worker diploma or equivalent with relevant practicum experience.
  • Minimum nine (9) months experience in providing settlement counselling.
  • Demonstrated experience organising and facilitating groups is essential. Preferences will be given to those who have worked directly with the Russian community.
  • Must be able to communicate in Russian; other languages would be an asset.
  • Experience in conducting various methods of outreach.
  • Knowledge of and sensitivity to the needs of newcomers.
  • Life skills Coaches’ training preferred.
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    Location:

    		 Sheridan Mall, 1700 Wilson Avenue, Suite 114, Toronto

    Duration of Position:

    		 November 14, 2014 – November 14, 2015

    Starting Salary Range:

    		 $34,393 to $37,016 per annum plus benefits

    Posting Date:

    		2014-10-09

    Closing Date:

    		2014-10-23

    Notes:

    		 This is a Union contract position scheduled to work 28 hours per week. (Current incumbent on a maternity leave).
    Mr. Michael Politi
    Manager, Staffing and Orientation
    COSTI Immigrant Services
    1710 Dufferin Street
    Toronto, Ontario M6E 3P2
    or Fax: 416.658.8537
    or e-mail: resumes@costi.org

    "We thank all applicants for their interest in COSTI. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please."

    COSTI encourages applications from individuals reflecting the diversity of our community. COSTI is committed to fair and accessible employment practices and when requested, will make reasonable effort to accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes when filling positions.