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1 Position available – Child and Family Counsellor

• 1 Temporary position at 25 hours a week, starting Jan 22, 2024 for 14 months at $41.78/hr
• To provide long and short term counselling to children and their families
• To work two evenings until 7:00 pm

Key Responsibility Area – Counselling With Children, Parents and Families

• To function as part of a clinical team
• To work with children using play/art therapy
• To provide information and education regarding child development, including sexual and emotional development
• To facilitate counselling groups

Key Responsibility Area – Referral, Information and Consultation

• To provide occasional crisis intervention to clients
• To liaise with other agencies/professionals regarding clients for purposes of consultation or referral

Key Responsibility Area – Community Liaison/Advocacy

• To advocate for and to co-ordinate client  services with other agencies and professionals
• To collaborate with MCFD Social Workers on client goals/programs, such as ICM’s as required

Key Responsibility Area – Administration

• Develop an appropriate treatment plan in conjunction with the client and conduct regular reviews of the treatment process
• Maintain client files, recording client visits and key information
• Prepare client progress reports
• Complete all required data collection, including clinical stats
• Submit time sheets and other information as required
• Prepare education handout for parents, clients and community

Key Responsibility Area – Professional Development

• Keep abreast of development in the fields of sexual abuse and trauma counselling
• Attend specified workshops and conferences
• Network with colleagues  and other professionals in the field

Qualifications

• M.S.W. or M.A. /M.Ed./Psychology
• Minimum of two years clinical experience, including work with children and families
• Training and experience in play therapy techniques, sexual abuse counselling and individual and family counselling
• In depth knowledge of child development and sexual abuse dynamics
• Knowledge of child protection and legal systems
• Crisis intervention skills
• Competence and comfort in working with diversity
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a professional team
• Drivers License

Other:

• This position is covered under a collective agreement. 
• Applications are encouraged from equity-seeking groups including Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQI2S individuals, and those from other marginalized and/or underrepresented groups.
• Successful applicants are subject to a criminal record check.  Notarized copy of degree(s) certification required.
• Must have access to a reliable car.

Please email interest to Armaghan Esfandiari at Armaghan.Esfandiari@cameray.ca by December 14, 2023

Fund Development & Communications Coordinator (Exempt Position) – 15-20 hours/week

Cameray Child & Family Services is a non-profit organization that supports children, youth, and families in our community through counselling, education, outreach and advocacy. Our vision is connected people and connected communities.  We have provided services to the communities of Burnaby and New Westminster since 1972. All of our services are free of charge.

Position Summary:

The Fund Development and Communications Coordinator is responsible for the overall management of  fundraising, communications, events and outreach to help sustain and grow Cameray’s programs for children, youth, families and individuals in Burnaby and New Westminster.  This is a newly created position to assess, plan and implement a robust communications and fundraising program. The Coordinator will work collaboratively with and report to the Executive Director.

• $35/hour
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule and flexible hours
• Must be available on Tuesdays for in-office meetings

Key Responsibility Areas for the Fund Development:

• Work with Executive Director, Leadership Team and Board of Directors to create and execute the agency’s short and long term fundraising goals
• Develop an engagement and solicitation plan to identify potential prospects and work collaboratively with the Executive Director to determine strategy. Develop and execute a plan with quarterly and annual targets for prospect engagement and donor solicitation
• Research, develop and execute strategies and tactics for fundraising through major gifts, corporate support, monthly giving, events, grants, service clubs, and other methods as appropriate.
• Working with the Executive Director, establish an annual fundraising budget and meet the agreed upon targets.
• Ensure recognition and reporting requirements are met for all fundraising initiatives.
• Oversee record keeping, files and timely correspondence (including donor acknowledgements and thank you letters) for all donors; maintain a central database of donor interactions
• Lead and organize the planning and execution of fundraising events, such as our annual professional development workshop.
• Anticipate and plan for future events, trends, challenges, and opportunities.

Key Responsibility Areas for Communications:

• Work with Executive Director, Leadership Team and Board of Directors to oversee and maintain all communications and engagement programs using the agency’s current website and social media platforms, as well as implement new methods of outreach
• Promote the agency’s programs in digital and print media and advertising including social media posts, newsletters and annual reports
• Maintain and enhance current website or redesign website as necessary
• Represent Cameray in community engagement events
• Work with Executive Director to create awareness of the Agency, and promote a strong presence in the community
• Oversee agency-wide internal and external communications and reporting to increase community engagement

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• University degree or diploma in business or marketing and communications
• 2+ years of current non-profit experience in donor engagement, event management, grant writing, newsletters and social media, and website maintenance
• Excellent networking and interpersonal skills, including the ability to encourage and engage donors
• Strong organizational and time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects at one time
• High standards of integrity, ethics, judgement and confidentiality
• Able to write clearly, concisely, and use anti-oppressive language
• Strong knowledge and understanding of current trends in digital media to create engaging content for Facebook, Instagram, and other social media platforms
• A valid BC Driver’s License, and access to reliable vehicle

Applications are encouraged from equity-seeking groups including Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQI2S individuals, and those from other marginalized and/or underrepresented groups.

Please email resume and cover letter to tracey.rusnak@cameray.ca by November 23, 2023.