Here at Vecova, we are passionate about inclusion and believe we can improve the lives of all members of our community. We are a dynamic leader in the disability sector providing programs, services, and enterprises designed to meet the needs of persons of all abilities through housing, employment, and wellness services. We are a team of talented individuals, big-thinkers and collaborators, who embrace our values and guiding principles to drive our mission and vision forward.
“We are creating a workplace culture of inclusion and belonging where all team members feel heard and valued. We are a diverse group of individuals working towards a common and noble goal of inclusion for everyone.” – Kelly Holmes-Binns, Chief Executive Officer - Vecova

WHAT YOU BRING

We want to engage team members with diverse skills, experiences and interests. These are some of the competencies and credentials we are looking for:

• Master of Social Work (with approval to perform psychosocial interventions from Alberta College of Social Workers), Master of Arts in Psychology, Master of Counselling, or equivalent
• Registered in good standing with regulatory body such as: College of Alberta Psychologists, Alberta College of Social Workers, Canadian Certified Counsellor
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant clinical experience in the areas of individual psychotherapy, consultation, and behavior management.
• Proven problem-solving skills; evaluates and assimilates pertinent information to make good decisions.
• Working knowledge of the current predominant diagnostic classification systems and approaches to treatment.
• Experience working with individuals with complex needs, ideally with developmental or other disabilities.
• Demonstrate a high standard of professionalism aligned with Vecova values
• Maintain a positive working relationship with all Vecova team members
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Demonstrate a high level of administrative and IT capacity.

• Establish and maintain professional relationships with consumers, Vecova employees and external persons/agencies.
• Provide counselling services to a caseload of clients.
• Participate in initial planning and intake for new consumers to Vecova as requested.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and records as required of position.
• Communicate effectively; ensuring communication is timely, accurate and respectful of consumers, families, employees and community representatives.
• Establish therapeutic goals with consumers and review these on a regular basis.
• Keep abreast of best and promising practices in professional supports for persons with disabilities
• Attend Individual Service Plan meetings for clients, as required.