The Lawyers Assistance Program of British Columbia is hiring a Lawyer Counsellor to work full-time with lawyers, their families and staff in the field of counselling assistance. Candidates must have practiced as a lawyer, and have experience as a counsellor. Preference given to registered counsellors, psychologists or social workers. Candidates must possess empathy, excellent communication and other counselling skills, coupled with a willingness and desire to further their education and personal growth. Salary: $75,000 to $100,000 per year.
The candidate must:
· have empathy
· be a good listener
· be able to keep all clientele information confidential
· have excellent communication skills
· counselling and/or peer counselling skills with a preference to those with experience with impaired professionals
· possess a willingness and desire to learn about lawyer well-being and how to be a helpful resource; and
· be a public speaker or workshop facilitator.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES of Lawyer Counsellor:
· Report and be responsible to the Executive Director.
· Provide such assistance and support to the Executive Director as required.
· Act as the initial contact for intake.
· Be accessible to all members of the legal community (lawyers, judges, law students, legal staff) seeking assistance.
· Meet with and provide support, education, referral or counselling to members seeking assistance.
· Research and have familiarity with referral resources such as individual health care providers (physicians, counsellors, therapists, etc.) and treatment programs available to assist in the development of a resource listing that is available to members or prospective members needing evaluation, treatment or aftercare.
· Market the Lawyers Assistance Program of BC throughout the Province.
· Plan and present educational programs for the legal community, with respect to potential lawyer impairment, as well as treatment and prevention measures.
· Continue with personal and professional, education, training, and development.
· Adhere to the values and principles of the Lawyers Assistance Program of BC, including confidentiality, personal responsibility, compassion, knowledge, and being present.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00-$110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
Schedule:
Licence/Certification:
- Certificate of Standing (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC
