Residential Counsellor
Residential Counsellor
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Job Description
Who We Are
For more than 130 years The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a worldwide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and shelter. In addition we support people experiencing unemployment addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission vision and values of hope service dignity and stewardship. As a faith and valuesbased organization we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description:
Statement of Purpose:
To provide support & advocacy for residents in meeting goals and needs
Accountable to:
Manager Residential Programs
(CIC for program needs as required)
Qualifications:
- Developmental Services Worker diploma or other equivalent degree/diploma related to human services preferred
- 612 months experience working with people who have developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges
- Experience in individual program planning preferred
- Valid Standard First Aid certificate (including CPR) & NVCI completed or must be acquired in first three months
- Training and/or experience in medication administration
- Behaviour management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team to provide a supportive and nurturing environment
- Computer skills (MS Office internet learning management system etc.
- Training and/or experience in personal care (i.e. assisting with Gtube feedings continence devices) is an asset
- Training and/or experience in supporting individuals through ambulates mobilizers transfers are assets
- Valid drivers license and Frenchlanguage skills are assets
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Know and respond to safety and health care needs of residents
- Act as a role model for all residents as reflected by appearance behaviour and attitude
- Provide support for residents personal development as decided through individual support planning (ISP)
- Advocating on residents behalf/facilitating selfadvocacy to community supports in collaboration with colleagues and other healthcare professionals
- Ensuring learning opportunities are provided utilizing agency and community resources
- Fostering independence in residents including supervising and assisting residents with meal preparation and cleanup and other daily living skills
- Administer medication as prescribed and according to policies and procedures
- Support resident involvement in leisure activities (Christian education bowling special events etc.
- Complete/maintain resident records shift reports and update communication book
- Follow and promote the agencys and site program goals and philosophy
- Track compile analyze and make recommendations based on resident data
HOUSEHOLD ORGANIZATION
- Adhere to site menu plan and food restrictions
- Ensure the general site appearance is clean and tidy before the shift is completed
- Maintain and account for use of site and resident monies TTC tokens taxi chits and household supplies etc.
- Complete daily household routines as required (cooking groceries laundry and cleaning etc.
HEALTH & SAFETY
- Comply with the provisions of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and regulations
- Adhere to agencys Health & Safety policies and program
- Complete daily walkthroughs/inspections of site as assigned
- Report/complete and forward maintenance requisition forms to main office
- Report accidents/injuries/workplace hazards in a timely manner
- Responsible use of agencys vehicles equipment and property
- Follow the principles of nonviolent crisis intervention philosophy
PHYSICAL EFFORT/DEXTERITY REQUIRED: The performance of the job requires bending/ twisting/lifting of 50 Ibs considerable walking standing writing; computer work and housekeeping.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The incumbents work environment is typically in a group home facility.
The incumbent works under generally agreeable conditions with the following exceptions:
- Exposure to dirt bodily fluids bodily waste
- Noise
- Dealing with angry and abusive people
- Verbal abuse
- Handling garbage
- Odours
EXPOSURE TO HAZARDS: The incumbent may be exposed to risk of minor to moderate injury or illnesses due to the following:
- Physical attacks by others (i.e. being attacked by a resident)
- Exposure to infectious diseases
- Exposure to toxic chemicals
- Exposure to bodily fluids
- Sharp objects
- Other dangerous situations
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES: The incumbent must take the following precautionary measures (in addition to Health and Safety rules):
- Universal Precautions
- WHMIS Training
- First Aid/CPR certification
- NonViolent Crisis Intervention certification
- Police/Criminal Reference Check Vulnerable Sector Screening
ORGANIZATIONAL
- Adhere to standards policies procedures values and philosophy of The Salvation Army and Broadview Village
- Maintain effective communication
- Participate in meetings and staff development training at discretion of Manager and Administration
- Make suggestions to improve efficiency working conditions or procedures as applicable
- Represent the organization in a professional manner
NOTE: The position of Residential Counsellor may also encompass the designation of CounsellorInCharge (CIC) as described below:
Designation: CounsellorinCharge (C.I.C.
Statement of Purpose:
The C.I.C. oversees program needs in the absence of the Residential Manager.
SHIFT
- Direct delegate coordinate organize and ensure the completion of shift responsibilities
- Ensure relevant information is communicated
- In the event of staffing shortage C.I.C. is responsible for the coverage of the succeeding shift until backup staff can arrive.
- Ensure shift reports and program data are completed and incident reports are completed and forwarded to main office
- Ensure emergency procedures are followed
Work Schedule: Friday Saturday & Sunday
Compensation: $23.67
Work Location: Near Wilson Ave. & Yonge Boulevard Intersection
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $23.67 to $25.78 with a maximum of $27.88.Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions internal equity and candidate experience skills and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
Employment Type
Part-Time
