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Residential counsellor - group home

ROC Society
Port Hawkesbury, NS
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$21.11 / hour
Full-time
Experienced

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Join Our Team as a Residential Counsellor at ROC Society!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with diverse needs? ROC Society is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team as Residential Counsellors in our group home setting. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the well-being of our clients while working in a supportive and dynamic environment.

About the Job

As a Residential Counsellor, you will play a vital role in providing care and support to individuals with various disabilities, including Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, mental health disabilities, and physical disabilities. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Conducting housekeeping activities to maintain a safe and clean environment.
  • Preparing nutritious meals to support the health and well-being of our clients.
  • Implementing behaviour management programs tailored to individual needs.
  • Liaising with other social services agencies and healthcare providers involved with clients.

Work Setting

  • Group home environment
  • Work in the employer's/client's home

Requirements

  • Employment Duration: Occasional
  • Language of Work: English
  • Hours of Work: 1 to 80 hours bi-weekly
  • Education: College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
  • Experience: 1 to less than 7 months

Certificates and Training

To ensure the highest level of care, candidates must possess the following certifications:

  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
  • Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
  • Medication Administration Certificate
  • First Aid Certificate
  • CPR Certificate

Personal Suitability

We are looking for individuals who demonstrate:

  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Strong judgment and ethical values
  • Client-focused approach
  • Flexibility and initiative
  • Team player mentality
  • Organizational skills

Work Conditions

This role involves working in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment. Candidates should be prepared to handle weights of up to 23 kg (50 lbs) and possess their own transportation, as travel expenses will be covered by the employer.

Security and Safety

All candidates must undergo a criminal record check and a driving record check (abstract) as part of the hiring process.

Salary and Location

The position offers a competitive salary of $21.11 per hour, located in the beautiful community of Port Hawkesbury, NS.

Are You Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are available for shift or on-call work, legally able to work in Canada, and reside in proximity to the advertised location, we encourage you to apply! Join ROC Society and be part of a team that is dedicated to enhancing the lives of those we serve.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.

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