Program Counsellor - Requisition #793 - Jobs in Glencairn, ON

Job Description

• SERVICE AREA: Residential
• LOCATION: Glencairn, Ontario area
• POSITION STATUS: Full-time Program Counsellor
• HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week either Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday rotating between 7 am - 3 pm and 3 pm - 11 pm, flexible to meet program needs.
• HOURLY PAY RATE: Starting at $20.50 per hour plus $3.00 Government Premium (temporary wage enhancement for direct support workers) Please discuss with your recruiter during the interview.
• Closing Date: July 24, 2022 at 11:59 pm

Who We AreThe Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity. Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges.Mission StatementThe Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.Core ValuesThe Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values:Hope: We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.Service: We reach out to support others without discrimination.Dignity: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone’s worth.Stewardship: We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.Why Join our TeamBy becoming a staff member with The Salvation Army, you will:

• Enjoy a flexible schedule
• Work within an employee culture that values career development through succession planning, skills based training and internal mentorship.
• Maintain your health and well-being with a corporate membership discount to Goodlife Fitness
• Have access to various employer-paid training and tuition assistance programs
• Benefit from employee programs for short and long-term disability, RRSP contributions and employee and family assistance plans
• Be recognized for your valued contribution by our employee recognition and celebration programs
• Benefit from Leaders who have adopted the Servant Leadership model “we are here to support you”.
• Be a part of setting trends in a focused, highly collaborative and diverse work culture
• Take pride in making a meaningful and impactful difference the lives of those we serve
• Nurture a passion for working with vulnerable people
• “… love what you do and do what you love”

About the Role:We are currently hiring Three (3) Full-Time Program Counsellors. This position reports to the Residential Manager and is currently assigned to work in the Glencairn, Ontario area. This is a full-time positions that works 40 hours per week either Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday rotating between 7 am - 3 pm and 3 pm - 11 pm, flexible to meet program needs.The Program Counsellor will promote opportunities to develop job readiness skills, developing social skills (coping strategies, appropriate interactions and relationships, mindfulness), life skills (cooking, budgeting, laundry, self-care), and Community Participation Activities.This position also requires someone who has a passion for and takes initiative in the creation and implementation of programming. The capacity to work collaboratively within a team is required, as well as with a large number of stakeholders including: healthcare professionals, consultants, colleagues, community members, family members and friends. This position also requires a resilient direct support professional who is confident in navigating conflict, overcoming obstacles, and who is creative in providing support to individuals in crisis.The Program Counsellor provides support to program participants within established policies and procedures including: Employment Standards, Salvation Army Accreditation, and Services & Supports to Promote the Social Inclusion of Persons with Developmental Disabilities Act, 2008.RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

• Act as a role model for the people we support as reflected by appearance, behaviour and attitude; act as advocate on individual’s behalf/facilitate self advocacy to community supports
• Foster independence in daily living skills (supervising/teaching and assisting in meal prep, housekeeping, laundry)
• Provide support in personal development as decided through individual program planning (ISP)
• Know and respond to the safety and health care of the people we support
• Document and maintain records as required (data collection, medication administration)
• Administer medication an attend medical appointment as required
• Ensure learning opportunities are provided using agency and community resources
• Maintain effective communication
• Represent the program on committees and at other meetings as delegated by Residential Manager
• Attend and participate in program planning meetings and staff development training at the discretion of management
• Maintain up-to-date working knowledge of all relevant legislation associated with the program, and keep ethical and legal responsibilities with individuals we support and others associated with the agency

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Completed 2-3 years Developmental Services Worker (DSW) Diploma or other equivalent degree/diploma (PSW/CYW/SSW) and/or work experience related to human services
• Preferred minimum 6 months to 1-year experience working with people with developmental disabilities and preferably working with individuals who have a dual diagnosis of mental health challenges and developmental disabilities
• Experience with implementing Individual Support Plans
• Experience in community outreach
• Strong counselling/de-escalation skills required
• Medication administration experience preferred
• Proficient computer skills needed in Microsoft Office and email
• Driver’s license and clear driver’s abstract is required (rural property)
• Valid and current Standard First Aid Certificate CPR Level C Certificate
• Ability to achieve Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certificate upon hire
• Valid and current vulnerable sector screening

The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.At Broadview Village we are committed to living as an inclusive organizational culture by:

• Purposefully cultivating and promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion of all persons regardless of their differences
• Not accepting any discrimination, intolerance or inequitable treatment and committing to working together to combat these actions wherever they may be found
• Valuing the unique differences inherent in all of us
• Gaining inspiration and support through the collective voices and actions of all of us

In support of our commitment to a healthy and safe workplace and community, The Salvation Army (TSA) has a vaccination requirement for all employees in Canada. The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on the condition of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and will be required to provide proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to provincial/territorial human rights legislation. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Human Rights Code, a request for accommodation can be submitted and written proof satisfactory to TSA will be required.We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.Quick Apply

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