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Join Our Team as a Residential Counsellor - Group Home

Company: John Howard Society of Newfoundland and Labrador

Job Category: Community and Social Services

Location: Corner Brook, NL

Salary: $27.07 hourly

About the Job

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals in need? The John Howard Society of Newfoundland and Labrador is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Counsellor to join our team in a group home setting. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive environment where you can help clients reintegrate into the community and develop essential life skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare reports or case histories to document client progress.
• Conduct administrative and office activities to support program operations.
• Assess offenders' prospects for successful reintegration into the community.
• Implement life skills workshops tailored to client needs.
• Plan and coordinate rehabilitation programs with offenders.
• Supervise terms of probation orders and ensure compliance.
• Advise and counsel clients regarding their personal challenges.
• Evaluate clients' progress and adjust programs as necessary.
• Develop and implement specific community services.
• Engage in housekeeping and food preparation activities.
• Provide suicide and crisis intervention as needed.
• Supervise activities of clients in group homes and half-way houses.
• Ensure the safety of children during visits with parents.
• Conduct individual and group counselling sessions.
• Assist clients with special needs to promote their well-being.

Requirements

• Employment Duration: Occasional
• Language: English
• Work Hours: 3 to 40 hours per week
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Behavioural Sciences, Social Sciences, or related fields.
• Experience: 1 to 2 years in a relevant field.

Certifications

• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
• Mental Health First Aid Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check
• Child Abuse Registry check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Personal Suitability

• Accurate and organized
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills
• Strong judgment and ethical values
• Client-focused with flexibility and initiative
• Team player with strong written communication skills

Benefits

• Financial benefits as per collective agreement
• Free parking available
• On-site amenities for staff convenience

Screening Questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you reside near the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field?
• Do you possess the required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?
• What is your current field of study?
• What is your current level of study?

If you are ready to take on this rewarding role and contribute to the community, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team at the John Howard Society of Newfoundland and Labrador!

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.