Residential Counsellor - Jobs in Oshawa, ON

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The John Howard Society of Durham Region has an exciting opportunity for you. If you have a passion to support young adults with resources who require assistance with life skills, housing, day to day counselling supports, an appreciation for the not-for-profit sector and would like to work for the John Howard Society of Durham Region, we encourage you to apply.Residential CounsellorDivision: Residential ServicesWork Status: Full TimeLocation: OshawaAbout the Role:The Oshawa Residential Programs are a safe, structured, supportive environment for male and female youth (primarily but not exclusively) in the Durham Region. The Residence Programs are designed to assist in learning the skills necessary to live independently in the community. This includes key areas of self-sufficiency such as: Budgeting, Time Management, Menu Planning, Job Keeping, Food Preparation, Communication Skills, Goal Setting, Problem Solving and Decision Making. The programs also take into account the individual needs of the clients by providing counselling in areas such as anger management, substance abuse, family and relationship problems, and taking responsibility for their own lives.You will be working on things like:Service User Support

• Conduct intake and reference checks
• Utilize counselling, crisis intervention, conflict resolution, mediation, and positive reinforcement skills
• Facilitate life skills groups and residents’ weekly house meetings
• Problem solving with clients
• Manage crisis situations preventing self-harm and suicidal behaviour ensuring client has proper medical and psychological treatment i.e., crisis calls, hospital visits
• Role modelling appropriate life skills, healthy relationships including boundary setting and labelling emotions in a respectful manner
• Assist clients with various mental health issues i.e., assessment, appropriate referrals, information seeking
• Assist with meal preparation and housework chores
• Complete move in and move out procedures
• Ensure a safe atmosphere for clients and ensure the residence is secure
• Assist clients with transportation to various appointments i.e., medical, mental health, apartment search
• Motivate and assist clients with all steps of employment search from resume writing to obtaining employment and all areas in-between

Case Management/Documentation

• Development and implementation of individual service plans, plans of care, counselling supports and contact logs
• Contract and monitor medications upon client request and document accordingly
• Service planning at exit to include employment search, apartment search, accessing food banks and referrals
• Ensure Bed Bug Procedure is undertaken thoroughly
• Conduct Room Checks and Searches
• Train, instruct and work with relief and newly hired staff/students
• Participate in donation acquisition for Christmas and special occasions
• Assist in activity fund generation

Administration

• Complete Incident Reports and Serious Occurrence Reports as per Ministry Guidelines
• Knowledge of and adherence to John Howard Society of Durham Regions policies and procedures
• Complete documentation of all pertinent information in client files and staff logbook
• Ensure information release forms are current
• Balance cash, ensure forms are up-to-date, answer phones/return calls, process receipts, statistics compilations, FAX attendances to Ontario Works and Children’s Aid Society
• Attend all residential staff meetings, and agency meetings as assigned
• Computer literacy
• Process Program Fees, PCPB and other cash responsibly
• Ensuring monthly schedule is completed/Updating regularly with relief staff
• Maintain office tracker system and check daily emails
• Filling in when coverage is not available i.e., drop ins, staying late, working holidays etc
• Adhere to and follow Alarm Procedures and Fire Procedures
• Complete monthly Fire Procedures

Community

• Liaise with community partners which may include probation, Ontario Works, ODSP, ancillary service providers, family, employers, health care providers and educators
• Represent the agency in the community when required
• Attend training as required

If you have the following… we would like to hear from you!

• Minimum: Two Year - Social Service Worker Diploma
• Previous employment experience working with at risk young adults (males and females) in a residential setting
• Valid Class G drivers license with appropriate 2 million liability insurance
• Valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certification
• Crisis Intervention training and certification
• ASIST Certification is an asset
• If selected employment is conditional upon a satisfactory Police/Vulnerable Sector Check and a Children’s Aid Society Child Protection Screening.

Status: Full TimeDuration: ContinuousHours: 35 hours per weekLocation: OshawaReports to: CoordinatorTravel: Yes, as required (mileage reimbursement)Salary: $22.00 to $22.44 per hourBenefits: YesUnion: YesStart Date: As Soon As PossibleWorking Conditions

• Works alternating shifts that includes a rotation of days, afternoons, evenings, and weekends
• Must be able to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination status or exemption under the Ontario Human Rights Code
• Current Covid 19 protocols are in place based on local public health and government standards

POSTED ON: NOVEMBER 1, 2022CLOSES: NOVEMBER 16, 2022The ideal candidate will be able to be contribute their education and anti-oppressive practices while working with MALE and FEMALE IDENTIFYING YOUTH who face issues related to:

• Education and learning challenges
• Substance use
• Life-skills
• Family relationships
• Systems experiences (i.e. Child Welfare, Criminal Justice)
• Cultural or Religious Prejudices
• Gender Expression and Identity

About UsThe John Howard Society of Durham Region (JHSD): We are a non-profit, social service agency dedicated to serving all individuals, families, youth and adults in programs in areas such as Community Justice, Employment and Training and Housing/ Residential Services.We thank you for your interest in obtaining employment with the John Howard Society of Durham Region. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and providing equal employment opportunity for all applicants.Recognizing the intrinsic worth and dignity of every human being, the John Howard Society is committed to uphold the principles set out in the Human Rights Code of Ontario and the Canadian Human Rights Act. This commitment is expressed in the following undertaking:(1) The Society shall provide services within its mandate to every individual without discrimination, regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, national ancestry, colour, creed, language, religion, marital status, family status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, age, abilities, economic status, political affiliation, or criminal record.(2) The Society shall maintain such personnel policies and practices as are consistent with the tenets of the Human Rights Codes of Ontario, the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).(3) The Society, through its employees, shall deal with representatives of the community in a responsive manner, with courtesy, respect, and without prejudice and discrimination.VISION STATEMENT“We envision a Durham Region where everyone contributes to a safe, healthy and just community.”MISSION STATEMENT“To reduce the impact of crime and its causes by providing a spectrum of effective prevention and intervention programs.”CORE VALUES

• People have the right to live in a safe and peaceful society, as well as the responsibility implied by this right to respect the law.
• All people have the potential to become responsible members of our community.
• Every person has intrinsic worth and the right to be treated with dignity, equity, fairness and compassion without discrimination.
• Communities are stronger and safer when the root causes of crime are addressed through programs and services that are based on community needs and priorities.

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