Canada Job Openings

The Salvation Army

Part Time Program Counsellor – more than 1 required

PART TIME

August 28, 2024

We are currently hiring a Two (2) Part-Time Program Counsellors. This position reports to the Residential Manager and is currently assigned to work in the Glencairn, Ontario Area. This is a part-time position that works 16 hours per week currently Scheduled Friday and Saturday 7:00 am - 3:00 pm and/or 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm rotating as applicable, flexible to meet program needs.
The Program Counsellor will promote opportunities to develop job readiness skills, developing social skills (coping strategies, appropriate interactions and relationships, mindfulness), life skills (cooking, budgeting, laundry, self-care), and Community Participation Activities.
This position also requires someone who has a passion for and takes initiative in the creation and implementation of programming. The capacity to work collaboratively within a team is required, as well as with a large number of stakeholders including: healthcare professionals, consultants, colleagues, community members, family members and friends. This position also requires a resilient direct support professional who is confident in navigating conflict, overcoming obstacles, and who is creative in providing support to individuals in crisis.
The Program Counsellor provides support to program participants within established policies and procedures including: Employment Standards, Salvation Army Accreditation, and Services & Supports to Promote the Social Inclusion of Persons with Developmental Disabilities Act, 2008.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Act as a role model for the people we support as reflected by appearance, behaviour and attitude; act as advocate on individual’s behalf/facilitate self advocacy to community supports
Foster independence in daily living skills (supervising/teaching and assisting in meal prep, housekeeping, laundry)
Provide support in personal development as decided through individual program planning (ISP)
Know and respond to the safety and health care of the people we support
Document and maintain records as required (data collection, medication administration)
Administer medication an attend medical appointment as required
Ensure learning opportunities are provided using agency and community resources
Maintain effective communication
Represent the program on committees and at other meetings as delegated by Residential Manager
Attend and participate in program planning meetings and staff development training at the discretion of management
Maintain up-to-date working knowledge of all relevant legislation associated with the program, and keep ethical and legal responsibilities with individuals we support and others associated with the agency
Perform other duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to dirt, bodily fluids, bodily waste
Noise
Dealing with angry and abusive people
Handling garbage
Verbal abuse
Odours
Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs. and apply effective body mechanics and meet the physical demands of the position

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Completed Developmental Services Worker (DSW) Diploma or other equivalent degree/diploma (PSW/CYW/SSW) and/or work experience related to human services
Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and a current copy of a Driver’s abstract for review and verification that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required (rural property)
Valid and current Standard First Aid Certificate CPR Level C Certificate and use it in practice on a regular basis
Ability to achieve Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certificate upon hire and use it in practice on a regular basis
Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

Preferred minimum 6 months to 1-year experience working with people with developmental disabilities and preferably working with individuals who have a dual diagnosis of mental health challenges and developmental disabilities
Experience with implementing Individual Support Plans
Experience in community outreach
Medication administration experience preferred

SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:

Strong counselling/de-escalation skills required
Proficient computer skills needed in Microsoft Office and email
Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening , completed no less than 2 months prior to date of hire
Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.
We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
You must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.

Published

August 28, 2024

Location

Glencairn, ON

Job Type

Part-time

Competition #

1800

Ministry Unit/Dept:

Broadview Village

Salary Range:

$23.50 per hour

Address:

Posting Expires:

September 7, 2024

Applications Accepted By:

https://broadviewvillage.ca/careers/

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