Residential Counsellor

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Scarborough, Ontario, Canada
Hourly: $36.96 - $43.87; bonus/equity: not specifi...
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Social service worker diploma or related field
Active registration with regulatory body
Two years experience with resident population
** The Scarborough Health Network is seeking a Residential Counsellor to provide support to residents with mental illnesses in a supportive housing program. The role involves assisting residents in achieving independence and maintaining their daily living activities, while promoting their overall well-being. **

Job Summary

  • The Residential Counsellor provides essential support to residents living with mental illnesses to increase their independence, dignity, and self-respect in a safe environment.
  • Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities such as hygiene, cooking, budgeting, and maintaining safety protocols while facilitating group meetings and activities.
  • The role requires participating in 24-hour crisis support on a rotational basis and maintaining strong links with community medical and social resources.

Matching Summary

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** The Scarborough Health Network is seeking a Residential Counsellor to provide support to residents with mental illnesses in a supportive housing program. The role involves assisting residents in achieving independence and maintaining their daily living activities, while promoting their overall well-being. **

Salary

Hourly: $36.96 - $43.87; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Social Service Worker diploma or related field
  • Active registration with regulatory body
  • Two years experience with resident population
  • Knowledge of harm reduction principles
  • Crisis intervention and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to facilitate group meetings

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with marginalized resident groups
  • Strong interpersonal and counseling skills
  • Computer literacy for record keeping
  • Team collaboration and consultation abilities
  • Understanding of therapeutic relationships

Key Requirements

  • Minimum Social Service Worker diploma
  • Active registration with recognized regulatory body
  • Minimum two years relevant experience
  • Knowledge of mental health issues and addictions
  • Therapeutic relationship negotiation ability

Work Rights

Not specified

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