residential counsellor - group home

Education:

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. or equivalent experience.

Work setting:

Group home.

Tasks:

• Prepare reports or case histories.
• Administrative and office activities.
• Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs.
• Housekeeping activities.
• Food preparation.
• Resolve conflict situations.
• Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses.
• Implement behaviour management programs.
• Assist clients/guests with special needs.
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Certificate.
• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST).
• Behaviour management Certification.
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate.
• Medication Administration Certificate.
• First Aid Certificate.

Security and safety:

• Criminal record check.
• Child welfare check.
• Driving record check (abstract).

Transportation/travel information:

• Own transportation.
• Own vehicle.
• Willing to travel.
• Valid driver's licence.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Fast-paced environment.

Personal suitability:

• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Judgement.
• Client focus.
• Excellent written communication.
• Flexibility.
• Initiative.
• Team player.

Screening questions:

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?.
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.

Employment terms options:

• Evening.
• Shift.

Experience:

2 years to less than 3 years.

Employment terms options:

• Night.
• On call.
• Day.
• Weekend.

Financial benefits:

• As per collective agreement.
• Pension plan.