Kid Counselor - Ottawa, ON, Canada - Tamir Foundation

Description

Working within the philosophy of TAMIR, the Primary Counsellor is responsible for assisting participants to achieve their personal goals, maintain their best possible health and well-being, and develop skills and a sense of self worth through an individualized support plan created to meet the participant's unique interests and needs.

Under the general supervision of the Program Supervisor, Tamir Primary Counsellors have responsibility for the day to day care of individuals, supported by Tamir, whether in their homes or in the community.

All work is conducted in a manner consistent with Tamir's vision, mission and values statements, following the principles of the Quality Enhancement (QE) initiative at Tamir.

These principles include demonstrating the utmost respect for our participants, ensuring their safety, well-being and daily care, providing meaningful choices and activities and assisting participants to achieve their personal goals, as defined through our individualized, personal outcome planning process.

Accompany residents to medical and other appointments and act as advocate, as required
Provide assistance with personal care including nutrition, hygiene, grooming, maintaining clothing, personal possessions, etc. Become familiar with, and facilitate participation in, Jewish cultural and religious practices, and support individuals to participate in other cultural and religious activities of their choice
Facilitate the development of active, involved support networks for participants
Advocate with community groups, employers and others in the community to promote the participation of people with developmental disabilities
Actively advocate to the supervisor and team to ensure the best care possible for primary participant
Be familiar with and adhere to Tamir policies and procedures, as well as Ministry of Children, Community, and Social Services operational guidelines and relevant legislation
Operate under the guidelines of Tamir health and safety policies and procedures and follow safe practices
Maintain appropriate documentation for all areas of responsibility, according to established Tamir policies and procedures, for example daily log, accident/incident reports, petty cash, and serious occurrence forms
Perform other administrative tasks as assigned by the Program Supervisor.
Assist with orientation and training of program staff and volunteers
Maintain all mandatory training requirements in a timely fashion, as well as keep security and medical checks current
Promote and demonstrate respect and value for the Jewish culture and religion, and the vision and mission statements of the agency, within the workplace and in the community
Demonstrate positive, respectful and professional relationships within the team, including staff, families, volunteers and the community
Pursue professional development opportunities, as recommended by the supervisor, or if staff recognizes a gap in their skill set that is preventing them from providing the best possible care to their participants

It is not an inclusive listing of all activities, but is designed to be used in combination with program responsibilities and shift routines.

A risk of exposure to communicable/contagious diseases
May be required to work alone
DSW and 1 year of experience working with persons with developmental disabilities is preferred OR Degree/Diploma in Social Sciences, health administration or related field, and 2 years of experience working with persons with developmental disabilities is preferred OR High school education with 4 years of relevant experience working with persons with developmental disabilities, including strong case management, is preferred Certifications
Valid G class driver's license, with good driving record preferred
Current CPR and First Aid Training
Company pension
Dental care
Extended health care
On-site parking
Day shift
Evening shift
Monday to Friday
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