Residential Counsellor Prime Worker

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 world-wide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and 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 values-based 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:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

PROGRAM
1) Know and respond to safety and health care needs of residents
2) Act as a role model for all residents as reflected by appearance behaviour and attitude
3) Perform Prime Worker duties as assigned by Residential Manager
4) Provide support for residents personal development as decided through individual program planning
5) Supervise and assist residents with meal preparation and clean-up
6) Administer medication as prescribed and according to policies and procedures
7) Support resident involvement in leisure activities (Christian Education bowling special events etc.)
8) Complete Shift Reports and update Communication Book
9) Maintain pertinent residential records
10) Support family involvement with residents site activities and special events
11) Follow and promote the agencys and site program goals and philosophy
12) Liaise with transportation companies day program staff other professionals families etc.
13) Ensure learning opportunities are provided using agency and community resources
14) Track compile analyze and make recommendations based on resident data

NOTE: The position of Residential Counselor Primary Responsibility may also encompass the designation(s) ofPrime Worker and/or Counselor-In-Charge (CIC) as described below:
Designation: Prime Worker Attendance and participation in all program meetings and/or agency events as applicable

Qualifications:

1) Completed 2-3 year Developmental Services Worker Diploma or otherequivalent degree/diploma related to human services
2) 3-5 years experience working with people who have developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges
3) Experience in individual program planning
4) Valid Standard First Aid certificate (including CPR)
5) Training and/or experience in medication administration
6) Nonviolent crisis intervention and behaviour management skills
7) Ability to work independently and as part of a team to provide a supportive andnurturing environment
8) Computer skills (MS Office internet etc.)
9) Training and/or experience in personal care (i.e. assisting with G-tube feedingscontinence devices) is an asset
10) Training and or/experience in supporting individuals through ambulates
mobilizers transfers is an asset
11) Valid Drivers license and French language skills are an asset

Compensation:

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.