VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN (VAW) COORDINATOR/COUNSELLOR at Riverdale Immigrant Womens Centre
Toronto, ON M4L 1Z1, Canada -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Barriers, Accessibility, Community Arts, Disabilities, Assessment, Case Management

Industry

Hospital/Health Care

Description

Riverdale Immigrant Women’s Centre, a non-profit organization, is seeking a creative, dynamic VAW Coordinator who uses a community development, feminist and anti-oppression approach to counselling. Referrals, advocacy, outreach and strategic community partnership development are integral program components.
Over and above individual and crisis counselling, the Counsellor will support the women in their journey to choose a life free from violence using a broad holistic approach that integrates self-development and self-care, health and well-being as well as supporting their economic empowerment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • B.S.W. with 3 years of experience or M.S.W. with 2 years of experience in VAW counselling.
  • Registered Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW).
  • Excellent case management and assessment skills to be able to develop collaborative plans of change and action.
  • Knowledge of barriers facing marginalised women: immigrant/refugee women, racialized populations, anti-poverty and social justice issues.
  • Ability to coordinate and supervise volunteers and placement students.
  • Organised with ability to keep detailed records, write reports and deliver stats in a timely manner.
  • Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
  • Knowledge of major South Asian languages an asset.
  • Interest in Community Arts an asset.
    Start Date: ASAP
    Note: To ensure the safety of our employees and our stakeholders, RIWC requires that everyone wear a mask while in counselling sessions.
    We thank you for your interest in the position. Only those shortlisted will be contacted.
    The Riverdale Hub is committed to equity, diversity, and accessibility and welcomes applications from Black, Indigenous, and people of colour, people who identify as 2SLGBTQ+, women, and persons with disabilities.
    Please let us know if you require accommodation for the recruitment process and we will work with you to meet your needs.
    Job Type: Full-time
    Work Location: In perso
Responsibilities

Please refer the Job description for details

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