Floor Counsellor - Toronto, Canada - The Salvation Army:Toronto Harbour Light Ministries

The Salvation Army:Toronto Harbour Light Ministries

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

This position is responsible to supervise and support clients in residence, as well as manage the safety and security of the residential treatment floors after office hours.

Responsibilities

Appropriately model healthy life skills and socialization to clients
Provide support to clients in residence and ensure guidelines are followed
Process client belongings on discharge, & provide support to former clients by telephone
Admit and orient new clients to the residential floors
Manage the safety and security of the residential treatment floors after office hours, including supporting Residential Care staff in case of emergency
Manage interpersonal crisis and conflict situations among clients
Manage behavior modification strategies with clients (positive and negative consequences, warnings and discharges) in consultation with team and supervisor
Effectively and safely manage distribution of client medications
Supervise client urine screens, breathalyzers and smokerlyzer
Conduct searches of client belongings and rooms in accordance with policy
Serve meals & perform housekeeping duties, ie. stock supplies
Train, assign and supervise client chores and work therapy
Provide clear and objective reports and documentation regarding client observations and interactions
Maintain ongoing communication with other members of the treatment team
Maintain a smoke, drug and alcohol free lifestyle while on Salvation Army property and on duty

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Degree or diploma in one of the human services professions
Education and experience in working with men with addiction and mental health issues
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Education and experience in basic counseling skills, and knowledge of Abstinence Based Model of Treatment
Crisis/Conflict Management Skills
Diversity awareness and appreciation
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
First Aid/CPR Certification
WHMIS training an asset
Clear CPIC

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Must be able to work weekends, overnights and Stat holidays - must be able to provide 10 shifts of availability monthly.
No Phone calls

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

Job Types:
Full-time, Casual

Part-time hours: 9-27 per week

Salary:
$19.82 per hour

Flexible Language Requirement:

French not required

Schedule:

10 hour shift
Evening shift
Holidays
Night shift
On call
Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
Masks required, staff must be full vaccinated.
Precautions such as distancing, face shields, hand sanitizer and other PPE in place as needed

Education: