Relief Residential Counsellor

Broadview Village Ridley

This is a relief position with no guaranteed hours.

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
• 6-12 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 G-tube feedings continence devices) is an asset
• Training and/or experience in supporting individuals through ambulates mobilizers transfers are assets
• Valid drivers license and French-language 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 self-advocacy 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 clean-up 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
• Non-Violent 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 Counsellor-In-Charge (CIC) as described below:

Designation: Counsellor-in-Charge (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 back-up 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: As needed No Guaranteed Number of Hours.
Compensation: $23.67
Work Location: Wilson Ave and Yonge Blvd intersection