YWCA Peterborough Haliburton

Shelter Counsellor with YWCA Peterborough

📍 Location
renfrew county and lanark highlands township (deep river), on
⏰ Job Type
Full-time
📅 Posted
June 02, 2026
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Job Description

YWCA Peterborough Haliburton is seeking a dedicated Shelter Counsellor. This role involves crisis intervention and developing safety plans for women experiencing violence in a supportive environment.

As a Shelter Counsellor, you’ll engage in 24/7 crisis phone support while ensuring compliance with mandated outcomes. You'll work directly with women and their dependents to educate them about their rights and provide guidance on safety planning and healing from trauma. Candidates should have a strong foundation in social service policies and must be experienced in executing community-based support initiatives effectively.

Key Responsibilities: • Assist women in creating individualized safety plans • Provide crisis intervention through a 24-hour hotline • Conduct lethality assessments for clients reaching out • Support women in understanding their rights • Actively empower women to prevent re-victimization

Requirements: • Completed relevant post-secondary educati...

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