Image of person writing in notebook

Full Time Employment Opportunity

Agape House-Eastman Crisis Centre Inc. is currently hiring a flexible, self-starter to fill the role of Non-Residential/Follow-up Counsellor.  Reporting to the Executive Director or designate, the Counsellor-Advocate I (CAI) is responsible for the efficient delivery of non-residential and follow-up programs and services to individuals who are victims of family and domestic violence including the delivery of our Interim Housing program.  Counsellor Advocates at this level are responsible for the provision of professional services designed to provide women and their children with the opportunity to become independent, to regain a balanced perspective on their lives, and to begin planning for their future.  This is to be done on a voluntary and confidential basis.  The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of clinical and social services.

This full-time position will be a daytime position but may include evening, weekend, and the occasional midnight shift work, as per the requirements of the shelter and shelter clients, and in consideration of employee vacation, holiday, and sick day relief/coverage.  Full-time staff of Agape House qualify for a comprehensive benefits package, including dental, medical, eye care, long-term disability and employee assistance program, for which the employee is responsible for 50% of the premiums cost. Benefits are available after six months of full-time employment are completed.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply in writing by October 18th at noon with cover letter and salary expectations to the attention:

Tracy Whitby, Executive Director – Email: director@agapehouse.ca

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity with Agape House-Eastman Crisis Centre.  Agape House wishes to thank all candidates for their interest, but only those considered for an interview will be contacted.


By Director - October 9, 2019