Languages English

Education Master's degreeor equivalent experience

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Provincial certificate of registration; Membership in a provincial association of social workers

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

Specific Skills

Serve as a member of an interdisciplinary team working with a client group; Provide counsel and therapy to help clients resolve social and personal problems; Plan programs of assistance for clients; Interview clients to assess their situation and determine the types of services required and eligibility; Investigate cases of child abuse or neglect and take authorized protective action when necessary; Evaluate the effectiveness of counselling and social programs; Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia; Counsel individuals on daily-life issues; Conduct individual and group counselling sessions

Area of Work Experience Counselling

Additional Skills Perform administrative tasks

Area of Specialization Art therapy

Work Setting Independent or private practice

Security and Safety Criminal record check

Work Location Information Rural area

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Client focus; Values and ethics