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About CSSP The Centre for Spanish Speaking Peoples (CSSP) is a trusted, community-rooted organization dedicated to supporting the Latin American and Spanish-speaking community in Toronto. With a 50+ year legacy of advocacy and culturally responsive services, we provide legal aid, gender-based violence support, settlement assistance, sexual health outreach, food programs, and more. Our work is grounded in anti-oppression, feminist, harm reduction, and trauma-informed frameworks, and reflects the realities and resilience of diverse Latinx communities. Position Summary&nbsp; The Violence Against Women (VAW) Counsellor will provide culturally and linguistically appropriate individual and group counselling services to all women, including but not limited to cisgender or other self identified women impacted by intimate partner violence, family violence, or sexual abuse. The position centers trauma-informed care within a Latinx/Spanish-speaking context and supports clients navigating intersecting barriers such as precarious immigration status, poverty, and systemic oppression. Services include counselling, safety planning, case management, outreach, and referrals.&nbsp; This position plays a key role in our 2141 Jane Street office, collaborating closely with other Violence Against Women (VAW) Counsellors and a part-time Transitional Housing Support Worker. Location: Toronto – 2141 Jane Street, North York&nbsp; Contract Term: Permanent; 28 hours per week&nbsp; Wage: $27.79 per hour: Start rate is non-negotiable and in accordance with collective agreement requirements Bargaining Unit: This position is part of the OPSEU Local 512 bargaining unit. Extended Health Care Benefits: This position is eligible to receive extended health care benefits, partly subsidized by the organization Key Responsibilities&nbsp; ● Deliver trauma-informed counselling and psychoeducation in Spanish and English. ● Conduct intake, risk assessment, safety, and client-centered planning for women and their dependents ● Provide culturally safe crisis response and case management from a trauma-informed and anti-oppression Latinx perspective&nbsp; ● Support clients in accessing services including but not limited to legal aid, housing, mental health care, OW/ODSP, education/training, employment, and immigration support ● Advocate on behalf of clients with social services, legal, healthcare, and child welfare systems&nbsp; ● Develop and facilitate psychoeducational support groups ● Maintain accurate case notes and reports using a confidential case management system ● Collaborate with CSSP staff and external partners to ensure wraparound supports ● Participate in outreach, training, and community education as required&nbsp; ● Contribute to the development of funding proposals and support strategic fundraising initiatives as required&nbsp; ● Refer clients to appropriate institutions and organizations based on their identified needs. Required Qualifications This position requires a Social Work background—no exceptions.&nbsp; ● Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (MSW or BSW) Social Service worker or other related Social Service &nbsp;Degree or Diploma. Foreign trained education and experience will be considered.&nbsp;● Registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) is considered an asset but not mandatory optional ● Demonstrated experience (minimum 2 years) in trauma-informed counselling or psychotherapy with women experiencing violence ● Deep understanding of Latin American cultural norms, migration realities, and gender dynamics ● Fully fluent in Spanish and English (verbal and written) ● Knowledge of the barriers faced by immigrant/refugee women in accessing services in Canada ● Strong knowledge of gender-based violence, intersectionality, harm reduction, safety planning, and crisis de-escalation ● Competency working within anti-oppression, feminist, and 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusive frameworks ● Familiarity with Ontario-area services including but not limited to shelters, legal clinics, and public health supports ● Excellent interpersonal, advocacy, and documentation skills ● Proficiency with digital platforms for virtual counselling (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, case management software) &nbsp; ● Experience working as part of a team, demonstrating strong listening and communication skills.&nbsp; ● Ability to work under pressure while managing multiple tasks in an organized manner, demonstrating Assets ● Experience facilitating support or psychoeducational groups ● Lived experience of migration, displacement or community organizing in Latinx communities ● Knowledge of Ontario’s VAW and shelter system. ● Experience supporting clients with precarious immigration status. ● Training in suicide prevention, safety planning, and crisis de-escalation. ● Knowledge of Canadian immigration, legal and social support systems ● Experience and specialized training in engaging men who have used violence, with a focus on peer-to-peer learning, risk awareness, and practical strategies to support frontline workers transitioning from exclusively women-centered practice. Working Conditions ● Hybrid model: in-person at CSSP’s main office (2141 Jane Street) and remote/home-based work.&nbsp; ● Occasional evening or weekend work may be required (for example: participation in organizational events) Submit your resume and cover letter in one PDF file below by August 10th, 2025. Please include on the subject line: VAW Counsellor Application – ‘Your Name’. CSSP is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from racialized individuals, Indigenous persons, members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, persons with disabilities, and those with lived experience of gender-based violence.

The Centre for Spanish-Speaking Peoples

Violence Against Women (VAW) Counsellor (Part-Time)

<h2>Appel d'offres</h2><h2>Psychothérapeute</h2>Disponibilité requise : minimum de 3 jours par semaine ;Nombre d’heures : environ 20 heures par semaine, à discuter – les horaires peuvent varier selon les besoins ;Lieu de travail : en présentiel à la Maison Marie Jacque (possibilité de certaines rencontres à distance, selon les cas) ;Durée du mandat : présent jusqu’à Mars 2027 (avec possibilité de renouvellement);Statut : travailleur.se autonome (honoraires professionnels).Objectif généraleSous la supervision de la directrice générale la psychothérapeute offrira un accompagnement psychothérapeutique aux femmes résidant au Centre Mechtilde, à la Maison Marie Jacque, en suivi externe, ainsi qu’un soutien psychologique aux employé.e.s de l’organisme.MandatLa personne retenue offrira :<ul><li>Des services de psychothérapie individuels aux femmes accompagnées par le Centre ;</li><li>Un soutien ponctuel ou continu au personnel du Centre Mechtilde, selon les besoins ;</li><li>Une collaboration étroite avec l’équipe interne, dans le respect de la confidentialité et des approches féministes et intersectionnelles promues par le Centre.</li></ul>Exigences<ul><li>Être titulaire d’un permis de psychothérapie valide ;</li><li>Être inscrit.e à l’un des ordres professionnels suivants :<ul><li>Ordre des conseillers et conseillères d’orientation du Québec (OCCOQ) ;</li><li>Ordre des psychoéducateurs et des psychoéducatrices du Québec (OPPQ) ;</li><li>Ordre des travailleurs sociaux et des thérapeutes conjugaux et familiaux du Québec (OTSTCFQ) ;</li></ul></li><li>Avoir une bonne connaissance des enjeux liés à la violence faite aux femmes ;</li><li>Être sensible aux réalités des femmes issues de diverses communautés (immigrantes, racisées, LGBTQIA+, etc.).</li></ul>SoumissionLes personnes intéressées sont invitées à soumettre leur offre comprenant :<ul><li>Leur lettre de motivation ;</li><li>Leur curriculum vitae ;</li><li>Leur numéro de permis de psychothérapie et l’ordre professionnel d’affiliation ;</li><li>Leur taux horaire.</li></ul>Les offres doivent être envoyées par courriel à <a href="mailto:direction@centremechtilde.ca" target="_blank">direction@centremechtilde.ca</a> au plus tard le 8 septembre 2025.Nous remercions toutes les personnes intéressées. Seules les candidatures retenues seront contactées.

Centre Mechtilde

Psychothérapeute

Competition #2025-329-CC:&nbsp;Personal Support Worker (2025-329-CC) Employment Type:&nbsp;Part Time PSW, Bargaining Unit (3 Vacancies)&nbsp; Work Hours:&nbsp;25 hours/week Monday to Friday Work Setting:&nbsp;Exclusively onsite at 840 Coxwell Ave, Toronto, Ontario Salary:&nbsp;$23.21&nbsp;per hour&nbsp; Application Deadline:&nbsp;July 18, 2025 by 11:59 pm Program Overview – Community Care&nbsp; The Community Care Unit provides a holistic approach to care at home for seniors and caregivers who are vulnerable, at risk and/or marginalized. The unit provides a wide range of programs such as Assisted Living Services, Home &amp; Cluster Care, Social Work, Meals-on-Wheels, Adult Day programs, and transportation, which enable seniors to be as independent as possible in their homes. The unit also provides a variety of socio-recreational/wellness programs which enhance the quality of life and promote the health of the older adult.&nbsp; What You Will Do<ul>	<li>Embrace a client-centred and culturally competent approach to provide exceptional personal care that respects the diverse backgrounds and needs of each client.</li>	<li>&nbsp;Efficiently set up and dismantle program activities, maintaining a clean and hygienic environment that prioritizes safety.</li>	<li>Assist clients with a range of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), such as feeding, transfers, bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, toileting, and continence care, ensuring dignity and comfort.</li>	<li>Execute non-controlled acts as assigned by the Supervisor, strictly adhering to the established Unit’s policies.</li>	<li>Perform controlled acts delegated by a Regulated Health Professional, following the Unit's policies.</li>	<li>Offer medication assistance and reminders in compliance with the Unit’s Medication Assistance Policy, ensuring clients adhere to their medication schedules safely.</li>	<li>Engage in continuous observation of clients and their environments, promptly reporting and documenting any unsafe conditions or notable changes—be they behavioural, physical, mental, or cognitive—to the Supervisor.</li>	<li>Safely escort and transport clients to and from the program, ensuring their secure arrival and departure.</li>	<li>Diligently complete and maintain detailed progress notes in client profile binders and communication logs to ensure accurate record-keeping and information sharing.</li>	<li>Communicate openly and collaborate effectively with caregivers and stakeholders to determine the most effective care approaches for each client.</li>	<li>Respond professionally to any challenging behaviours presented by clients; if difficulties arise that cannot be managed effectively, report to the Supervisor for follow-up.</li>	<li>Apply proper food handling practices in alignment with the Unit’s policy; prepare snacks and meals, assist clients who may require help with eating.</li>	<li>Monitor the supply of program materials, ensuring an adequate quantity of forms and equipment is available, and promptly report to the Supervisor when supplies are running low.</li>	<li>Actively contribute to achieving the anti-racism objectives and community development principles that guide the organization’s mission within the program.</li>	<li>Assist Program Activationists in implementing engaging program activities as needed, promoting an enriching experience for all participants.</li>	<li>Display flexibility by being willing to transfer between Seniors’ Day Program sites as operational needs dictate.</li>	<li>Additional training in dementia care is highly valued and considered a beneficial asset.</li></ul> What You Bring to the Team<ul>	<li>Personal Support Worker Certificate and NACC Certificate (if applicable).</li>	<li>Experience providing personal care to frail seniors and/or disabled adults.</li>	<li>Minimum one (1) year experience Providing personal care to seniors and people living with disabilities</li></ul>What Will Set You Apart<ul>	<li>Comprehensive understanding of how to support clients in meeting their Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (iADLs).</li>	<li>Strong communication skills, encompassing verbal, written, listening, and reporting abilities, to ensure clear and effective interactions with clients and team members.</li>	<li>Ability to work collaboratively and effectively within a team, fostering a supportive and cooperative environment.</li>	<li>Flexibility and sound judgment in assessing and responding to clients’ diverse needs.</li>	<li>Familiarity with behavioural management techniques and approaches to effectively assist clients in various situations.</li>	<li>Knowledge of gerontology issues, healthcare systems, and social services applicable to the demographic served.</li>	<li>Competence in food safety handling practices and maintaining a sanitary program environment.</li>	<li>Physical capability to perform frequent light to moderate lifting, walking, bending, stretching, and pulling.</li>	<li>First Aid and CPR certification is a valuable asset</li>	<li>Proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin/Cantonese) is considered an asset.&nbsp;</li></ul>

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