Trauma Counsellor Contract

We invite Clinical counsellors of all experience levels to join our innovative multidisciplinary team.

Bedford Integrative Therapeutic Services (BiTS) is a professional oasis of warmth, collaboration, & respect for clients suffering from trauma, anxiety, and chronic pain.

Your trauma-attuned counselling skills will complement the treatments of other Clinical Counsellors, an Osteopathic Manual practitioner, Registered Massage therapists, Functional Health & Nutrition coach, & Limbic system retraining coach.

You’ll have the opportunity to develop a self-directed flexible schedule (part-time / full-time) including:

A predictable income due to an established clinic reputation in the community
Supportive full-time admin support including payment processing, booking & warm reception for clients.
Clinical supervision on-site including group supervision, individual, and “hallway” consults
Regular team social activities
Accessible facility & spacious offices

Key Skills & Strengths Needed

Advanced trauma therapy certification (or willing to obtain in near future) in modalities such as EMDR, AEDP, ART, Somatic therapies, & IFS.
Polyvagal informed lens & understanding the 3-phase trauma model
Person-centered warmth & cultural responsiveness
Proven collaborative working relationships
Must be able to work in-person at least 2-3 days a week, with flexibility for some remote therapy
Maintain accurate & timely records using Janeapp (training & onboarding support provided)
Registration (or qualify to soon register) with BCACC or CCPA
Acceptable vulnerable sector Criminal records check & valid professional liability insurance
Experience level is flexible – newer counsellors with less experience are warmly encouraged to apply

Optional: 

We have a waitlist for Christian adults & youth seeking a trauma therapist that aligns with their worldview. Ideally, you have lived experience with the Christian worldview & experience integrating spirituality into therapy.

How to Apply: Email your resume to info@bitsbc.com.

Position is available immediately & will remain open until filled. Our team enjoys working together & we hope you will too.

You will enjoy a great work-life balance in the mid-sized city of Prince George; home to resilient people weathering the economy with good humour & creativity.  It truly gets warmer the further north you go, & Prince George is no different with its smaller-town feel and city amenities.  Hiking, biking, skiing, swimming, or boating, & downtown activities are only 15-20 minutes away from work or home.  There is a wide variety of educational opportunities for all ages, big-name concerts, a thriving arts & music scene, an international airport, & world-class sports facilities. We regularly host provincial, national & international sporting events.   Check out MoveUpPrinceGeorge (https://moveupprincegeorge.ca/) and TourismPG (www.tourismpg.com).