Posted 2 days ago
Counsellor
@ Focus On The Family Canada
Langley, British Columbia
Overview
Focus on the Family Canada is hiring a part-time Counsellor in Langley, BC, to provide short-term online counselling to adults across Canada. The role involves about six video or phone sessions per client, client assessment and treatment planning, and referrals. The posting states a salary of $38,680 to $40,560 per year, 24 hours per week, and a permanent position.
Pay:
$38,680–$40,560 a year
Responsibilities:
- Provide about six online counselling sessions per adult client
- Assess client concerns and set treatment goals
- Make referrals to longer-term or specialized care
- Maintain accurate client records and professional standards
- Support pastors and ministry leaders through counselling
Requirements summary:
- Master's degree in counselling, psychology, social work or related field
- Registration or eligibility with a Canadian regulatory body
- Minimum 5 years of adult counselling experience
- CCPA membership strongly preferred
- Proficiency with electronic health records and virtual platforms
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Source type not verified · easyapply
- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-11
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-12
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 24 |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Home |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CCPA membership |
| Education | Master’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Counselling Psychology, Clinical Counselling, Psychology, Social Work |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Employee discount, Wellness |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Focus On The Family Canada
Saved company profile
Historical company information from a saved The Jobs API profile (LinkedIn/Crunchbase fields). It is not live-verified; figures may have changed. Missing values remain unknown.
Dedicated to strengthening Canadian families through educational resources and support based on Christian principles.
Full company description
Focus on the Family Canada is a charitable organization which has been serving families in Canada since opening its doors in 1983. We have been providing care, advice, support and encouragement to families at every stage of life. We have worked hard to respond to the many real issues families face and to provide sound and practical guidance.
- LinkedIn followers
- 1,480
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 54
- Reported office locations
- Langley , British Columbia, CA
- Other recorded names
- Focus on the Family Canada
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
Focus on the Family Canada is a charitable organization which has been serving families in Canada since opening its doors in 1983. We have been providing care, advice, support and encouragement to families at every stage of life. We have worked hard to respond to the many real issues families face and to provide sound and practical guidance.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Non-profit Organizations |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Langley , British Columbia |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1983 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 3 |
| View page |
Position: Counsellor
Department: Counselling and Care
Term: Permanent, Part-time (24 hours/ week)
Reports to: Executive Director, Counselling and Care
Location: Langley, BC
Salary range: $38,680 - $40,560 per annum
About Us
Focus on the Family Canada is a Christian not-for-profit dedicated to helping families thrive since 1983. Through our programs, resources, and initiatives, we support individuals and families in navigating life's challenges with faith, resilience, and love. Rooted in biblical values, we believe in fostering strong, healthy relationships and empowering communities through compassionate and faith-based support. Learn more at www.focusonthefamily.ca
About the Opportunity
Focus on the Family Canada is seeking an experienced, compassionate Christian counsellor to provide high-quality online counselling services to adult individuals across Canada. This role combines clinical excellence with a Christ-centred approach to care, supporting individuals from a variety of backgrounds while upholding the mission, values, and Statement of Faith of Focus on the Family Canada.
The Counselling and Care Ministries department provides Christian counsel and care for constituents who contact Focus Canada regarding difficult family, relationship, and personal issues. Team members articulate, communicate and explain Focus Canada’s Christian perspective through “front line” initial contact, Christian counselling and care services for individuals and groups, often offering prayer for those that they serve.
The successful candidate will be a skilled clinician who is passionate about helping people find hope, healing, and practical next steps through professional counselling.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a mission-driven team that makes a tangible difference in the lives of families.
Work in an organization that prioritizes faith, social responsibility, and holistic family support.
Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Enjoy generous paid time off and leave to ensure you have time to recharge.
Comprehensive extended health benefits to promote physical and mental well-being
Provision of Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including counseling to support mental health.
Enjoy store discount for staff to all Focus on the Family resources and materials.
RRSP Matching starting at 5% after a year of continuous employment to help plan your financial future.
Collaborate with an experienced clinical team and professional support in a healthy team environment
Maintain a sustainable caseload with prioritization of quality care by limited sessions and clients per day
Professional growth and support with annual membership dues and ongoing professional development
What’s the job?
Clinical Counselling
Provide approximately six professional online counselling (video and phone) sessions per client (adult individuals) to those seeking short-term support, while recognizing when referrals to longer-term care or specialized services is appropriate.
Conduct assessment of clients' presenting concerns and develop appropriate treatment goals and recommendations.
Integrate evidence-based counselling practices with a Christian worldview, while respecting the beliefs and backgrounds of each client.
Success looks like:
Clients receive timely, professional, and compassionate counselling services.
Client satisfaction and care experience reflect ministry and clinical excellence.
Clients demonstrate progress toward identified counselling goals.
Ministry Leader Care
Support the emotional, relational, spiritual, and vocational health of pastors, ministry leaders, missionaries, or their spouses through counselling that recognizes the unique realities of ministry life.
Success looks like:
Counselling interventions reflect an understanding of ministry-specific challenges.
Appropriate integration of faith, theology, and counselling principles occurs when desired by the client.
Positive outcomes contribute to greater resilience and long-term ministry effectiveness.
Resource Recommendations and Referrals
Ensure clients are connected to appropriate resources, (books, articles, podcasts, broadcasts,) support networks, and specialized services that best meet their ongoing needs
Success looks like:
Appropriate referrals are provided in a timely manner when additional or specialized care is required.
Clients receive helpful ministry resources that support continued growth.
Counsellor Referral Network and community resources are utilized effectively.
Documentation and Professional Standards
Maintain professional standards, regulatory compliance, and accurate records that support safe, ethical, and accountable counselling services.
Success looks like:
Client records are accurate, complete, and maintained within required timelines.
Professional, legal, and ethical standards are consistently upheld.
Privacy, confidentiality, and duty-to-report requirements are met.
Ministry Development and Administrative Standards
Contribute to the growth, effectiveness, and sustainability of Counselling and Care Ministries through collaboration, professional development, and ministry innovation.
Administrative responsibilities are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
Success looks like:
Active participation in team collaboration, consultation, and learning opportunities.
Contributions support ministry resources, programs, and initiatives.
Professional knowledge remains current through ongoing development.
Ministry projects and departmental initiatives receive meaningful support.
About You:
A master's degree in Counselling Psychology, Clinical Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, or a closely related discipline.
Current registration or eligibility for registration with a recognized Canadian professional regulatory body. Membership with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) is strongly preferred.
Minimum 5 years of experience providing counselling to adult clients and commitment to ongoing professional development.
Demonstrated experience conducting clinical assessment, treatment planning, and short-term counselling interventions.
Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
Ability to build trust quickly and create a safe therapeutic environment.
Ability to work independently while contributing positively within a team to build good working relationships and a healthy, supportive team culture.
Sound judgment, professional boundaries, and ethical decision-making.
Proficiency with electronic health records and virtual counselling platforms, with strong organizational and documentation skills.
Experience working with pastors, ministry leaders, or faith-based organizations is considered an asset.
Experience providing online counselling is an asset.
Other Attributes:
A vibrant and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Agreement with and commitment to uphold Focus on the Family Canada's mission, values, and Statement of Faith, able to sign and adhere to our Christian Foundations and Standards.
A compassionate, humble, and servant-hearted approach to counselling.
A desire to prayerfully depend upon the guidance of the Holy Spirit when providing professional counselling, and always respecting each client's individual beliefs and values.
Integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence in both ministry and clinical practice.
We thank everyone for their interest in this role. To better manage our resources, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for next steps.
Journal
Only you can see this. Kept on this device, and in your account when you sign in.