Temporary Full Time Residential Counselor

3 weeks ago


Eastern Ontario, Canada Ongwanada Full time

Temporary Full Time Residential Counselor File No: OP-25-409Date Posted: November 13, 2025Closing Date: Until FilledLocation: Community SettingDates of Vacancy: February 23, 2026 – January 4, 2027Hours of Work: 80 hours per pay guaranteeWage: Hourly: Start – $30.63, 6 Months – $31.17, One Year – $31.63 Position The Residential Counselor provides support for and advocates on behalf of clients to meet their physical, psychological, and social needs. They advise and assist Community Support Workers and other staff members under the direction of the Community Setting Supervisor and act as primary counselor for specific clients. They assist and actively participate in the planning and implementation of residential programs as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Duties Promotes and models “person served first” organizational focus Supports with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, grooming, meal preparation, the use of leisure time and safety issues where appropriate Monitors, prepares and administers medications as prescribed Plans, develops, implements and monitors Support Plans and Behavioural Support Plans Promotes skills development in persons served whenever possible Participates in home related duties, as required (e.g., cooking, cleaning, laundry) Drives persons served to day programs, appointments, activities, etc. utilizing Ongwanada vehicles Performs other related duties as assigned For the complete position description please contact careers@ongwanada.com. Qualifications, Skills & Knowledge Required Graduate of a Community College or University in a related field, e.g., Developmental Service Worker (DSW), Behavioral Science Technologist (BST), BA Psychology, Registered Nurse, or equivalent Current certificates in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training Successful completion of an Ongwanada recognized pharmacology course A valid class G driving license with full driving privilege, and successful completion of an Ongwanada recognized Defensive Driving Course Excellent interpersonal skills, good oral and written communication skills combined with sound judgment Ability to meet the physical demands of the job and to work shifts Please submit a Cover Letter and Resume quoting file number on the noted closing date to:Human Resources SpecialistOngwanada191 Portsmouth AvenueKingston, ON K7M 8A6Fax (613) 548-8135Email: careers@ongwanada.com Internal bargaining unit members will be considered before proceeding with external applicants. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full-time Job function Health Care Provider Industries Individual and Family Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Ongwanada by 2x. Get notified about new Residential Counselor jobs in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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