Full-time Regular Counsellor - Sarnia, Canada - Community Living Sarnia-Lambton

Community Living Sarnia-Lambton

Verified Company

Sarnia, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Full time

Description

CLASSIFICATION:
Regular Support Counsellor (To support children/youth who have complex needs: autism, mental health diagnosis, developmental / physical disability, dual diagnosis, or who are deaf, blind, medically fragile or technically dependent)

PROGRAM AREA:
Children's Respite with transfer to Residential with person supported

EMPLOYMENT CATEGORY:
Full-time Regular

SKILLS, ABILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS, ETC. (as per Article 12.

02):

Assist in implementing complex special needs support plans and/or behaviour support plans for children who have a mental health diagnosis, a developmental / physical disability, and/or who are deaf, blind, medically fragile or technically dependent
Provision of creative supports and activities that enhance daily living, selfcare and interpersonal skills and promote social, leisure and community participation of child participants
Promote independence, selfesteem and selfconfidence of residents
Assist with communication and follow up with family, consultants, medical personnel, support team, etc.
Promote the involvement of family, volunteer and natural supports
Thorough and consistent completion and follow up of data collection, documentation and record maintenance to comply with all CLSL, legislative and regulatory requirements, as assigned
Modelling for/provision of guidance for new and existing team members, student placements and volunteers
Advocating for the personal rights, dignity, wellbeing and protection from harm of residents, and report infractions in accordance with policy
Assist in providing a healthy, clean, safe and homelike environment for all children, staff and visitors
Assist in taking appropriate action in the event of illness, injury or critical situations
Be respectful and considerate of others to create a positive work and support environment

PROFESSIONAL APTITUDES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Demonstrated initiative and ability in undertaking the above
Demonstrated creative thinking, problemsolving and decisionmaking skills
Demonstrated positive attitude towards the above, as well as being a positive ambassador of CLSL and within the community
Demonstrated resilience in performing and prioritizing intense job demands
Demonstrated excellence in collaboration and team work skills
Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to work various scheduled hours and assigned duties
Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new software quickly
Demonstrated competency in verbal and written communication
Demonstrated understanding of, adherence to and valuing of CLSL policies, procedures, performance standards and confidentiality requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Preferred education in developmental disabilities or human services (e.g. SSW, CYW, ECE, FSW, PSW, etc.)
Preferred minimum one to two years' experience in various support settings with proven ability to support persons who have autism, developmental disability, dual diagnosis, physical and sensory challenges, or who are medically fragile or technically dependent
Current Standard First Aid and C.P.R. certificate, C.P.I. Certification
Valid Driver's License and must have use of a vehicle for transport of individuals as necessary.

Salary:
From $22.39 per hour

Schedule: