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CMHC, Trauma Specialist
@ SHIPSHEY
Kitchener, Ontario
Overview
SHIPSHEY is hiring a Trauma Specialist to counsel clients experiencing trauma, plan and deliver trauma-related treatment, and support residents toward independent living in their homes and transitional housing. The role runs group programming and motivational interviewing, and works within a multidisciplinary team. The posting states a union position of 15 hours per week, on Saturday and Sunday from 3:00pm to 11:00pm.
Responsibilities:
- Plan, implement and evaluate trauma-related treatment plans
- Provide counselling to clients with complex challenges
- Facilitate group programming for residents
- Assist clients with community supports and daily living skills
- Maintain records and statistics per agency standards
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in social work, social services, health services or equivalent
- 3+ years treating individuals experiencing trauma
- 1+ year supporting people experiencing homelessness
- Crisis intervention and risk management expertise
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification
- Vehicle and valid driver's licence
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- Employer posting date
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- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-12
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-12
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 15 |
| Schedule | evening, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · lift 20 lb · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | First Aid, CPR, ASIST, CPI |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, Women, Racialized people, 2SLGBTQ+, People with disabilities |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Social Work, Social Services, Health Services |
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SHIPSHEY
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SHIP offers customized services for optimal client mental health, housing & support in communities across Ontario.
Full company description
SHIP has championed the fundamental right of housing for over 30 years. As a respected health service and housing support provider, we advocate for Healthy Housing™ by forming lasting relationships with landlords and developers. We advocate for mental and physical health services through in-house service teams and partnerships with community-based agencies. SHIP is known for our record of identifying gaps in available service provision and directly addressing those needs. Many of our programs and service models have gained national attention within the health care field.
- LinkedIn followers
- 2,992
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 259
- Reported office locations
- 60 Courtneypark Dr W, Mississauga, Ontario L5W 0B3, CA
- Business categories
- Health Care
- Personal Health
- Psychology
- Wellness
- Civic, Welfare & Social Services
- Non-profit and NGO
- Other recorded names
- SHIPSHEY
- Services and Housing In the Province (SHIP)
- Specialties
- Mental Health
- Addictions
- Housing
- Social Housing
- Community Support
- Counselling
- Community Housing
- Supportive Housing
- Nonprofit
- Non-Profit
- and Social Service
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
SHIP has championed the fundamental right of housing for over 30 years. As a respected health service and housing support provider, we advocate for Healthy Housing™ by forming lasting relationships with landlords and developers. We advocate for mental and physical health services through in-house service teams and partnerships with community-based agencies. SHIP is known for our record of identifying gaps in…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Mental Health Care |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Mississauga, Ontario |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1992 |
| Specialties | Mental HealthAddictionsHousingSocial HousingCommunity SupportCounsellingCommunity HousingSupportive HousingNonprofitNon-Profit |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
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Trauma Specialist is responsible for supporting and counselling SHIP clients experiencing trauma regarding its cause, symptoms, and treatment.
They will be a resource and advocate in their comprehensive understanding of crisis management and the impact of trauma on mental health and addiction challenges. They will be considered an expert on its treatment while collaborating with colleagues to determine appropriate plans of care.
Their main goal is to ensure that program participants receive the best support possible to enable them to access and achieve independence in their own home, transitional housing program and daily activities
Duties and Responsibilities:
Plan, develop, implement and evaluate trauma related treatment plans
Provide counseling to those with complex challenges
Collaborate with colleagues by providing expertise, guidance, and consultation
Facilitate and deliver programming to residents in a group setting (psychoeducational programming, life skill based programming, leisure based activities, etc).
Offer motivational interviewing using the stages of change and a harm reduction philosophy
Assist clients in developing and maintaining community supports, daily living, and social skills necessary to obtain independency in the community
Work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to carry out recovery and support
Create and facilitate trauma and attachment groups
Partner with clients and their families as members of the health care team
Use standardized assessment tools within a community setting
Develop and maintain a community resource network
Refer to partnering organizations and provide linkages to community supports
Provide comprehensive, holistic, person-centered access to services
Work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to carry out mental health recovery and support
Understand and be able to integrate a philosophy of client-centered care into daily responsibilities
Demonstrate a strong commitment to quality care and service delivery based on SHIP’s Mission and Values
Ensure appropriate records are kept and ensure that statistical information is maintained as per agency standards
Adhere to agency Health & Safety Program and the Client Safety Framework in the promotion of client safety
Perform additional duties as required/delegated by Management
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Social Services, Health Services, or equivalent
3+ years’ providing treatment and support to individuals experiencing trauma
1+ years’ experience supporting individuals experiencing homelessness or equivalent
Member of Ontario Association of Social Workers, College of Registered Psychotherapist, or equivalent is an asset
Experience with GAIN-SS, ADAT, or full SPDAT is considered an asset
Demonstrated knowledge of serious mental illness, concurrent disorders, and/or dual diagnosis, and experience with intake services
Knowledge and best evidence based practice for trauma related mental health services
Excellent assessment, risk management, and crisis intervention
Expertise in collaboration with healthcare services
Knowledge of MS Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook)
A vehicle, valid driver’s license, and adequate insurance coverage
Valid Certification in First Aid & CPR
Training in ASIST and CPI
Reporting Function:
They will work with both internal and external partners and will interact with all levels within the organization. They will have no supervisory responsibilities.
They will be a support system, resource, and an advocator for the team and Organization.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
Able to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods of time
Able to answer and communicate telephone calls and general computer use
Able to lift up to 20lbs (product, documents, etc.)
Vehicle travel to sites for community engagement and open doors as required.
Ship Values:
Compassion, Hope, Inclusive, Respect, Professional
“SHIP strives to be equitable and inclusive in all that we do. Equity is a core value, and we are committed to providing an inclusive selection process. We encourage applicants from equity deserving communities including women, Black, Indigenous, other racialized groups, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, individuals with disabilities and others who will contribute to and enrich the organization and its values. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment, selection processes, and work environments. Please advise the People and Culture Department of any accommodations needed in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process”.
Saturday and Sunday | 3:00pm - 11:00pm
Union | 15 hours per week
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