Relief Residential Counsellor, Community Supported Independent Living

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Canada
Base: $23.10 to $28.88 ph; maximum: $34.65; benefi...
Onsite
Developmental social worker diploma or equivalent
Valid ontario class g driver's license
Current first aid & cpr certification
The Salvation Army is seeking a Relief Residential Counsellor for its Community Supported Independent Living program in Canada. The role involves planning and implementing individualized programs for adults with developmental disabilities, while promoting independence and meeting their physical and emotional needs

Job Summary

  • The Relief Residential Counsellor will plan and implement individualized, goal-centered programs for adults with developmental disabilities within Lawson Ministries Programs.
  • This role requires promoting greater independence and ensuring the physical needs of service users are met through home maintenance, meal preparation, and personal care.
  • Candidates must possess a valid Ontario Class G Driver's license and have access to their own vehicle to transport service users as required.

Matching Summary

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The Salvation Army is seeking a Relief Residential Counsellor for its Community Supported Independent Living program in Canada. The role involves planning and implementing individualized programs for adults with developmental disabilities, while promoting independence and meeting their physical and emotional needs.

Salary

Base: $23.10 to $28.88 per hour; Maximum: $34.65; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Developmental Social Worker Diploma or equivalent
  • Valid Ontario Class G Driver's license
  • Current First Aid & CPR certification
  • CPI Non Violent Physical Crisis Intervention Certification
  • Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities

Nice-to-have

  • Medication administration training and experience
  • Lift and transfer training and experience
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to develop therapeutic relationships
  • Understanding of psychological dynamics

Key Requirements

  • Two-year post-secondary diploma in Developmental Social Work or Human Services
  • One year minimum experience with adults with developmental disabilities
  • Criminal Records Check with vulnerable sector screening
  • Willingness to obtain CPI and CPR certifications upon hiring if not current
  • Valid Ontario Class G Driver's license and driver's abstract

Work Rights

Not specified

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