Small Option Counsellor

5 months ago

Bridgetown, Canada igility Health Association Nova Scotia Full time

Responsibilities

Counselors provide a variety of supports for people with intellectual disabilities and long-term mental health challenges. Counselors are responsible to the Community Manager for all aspects of program development, implementation and evaluation, the supervision, and the daily support of the participants, and, for the maintenance of their well being.
- Assist participants to learn and develop skills. Develop, write, implement and evaluate individual support plans, in consultation with the participants, and, under the supervision of the Community Manager. Complete assessments, support plans and other reports as needed.
- Maintain supportive, professional relationships with participants that are appropriate and promotes independence. Develop and maintain effective relationships with participants families, volunteers, community, and other service groups. Assist participants to learn social skills.
- Support the dispensing of medications as ordered by the Physician, or, where appropriate, assist, teach or monitor participants in self administration of medication and recording of same. Support or supervise any treatments ordered by the Physician, and, as directed by the Shift Supervisor.
- Assist and instruct participants to learn nutritional menu planning, meal preparation and grocery shopping. Supervise, assist or do food preparation, as appropriate. Follow special dietary requirements as directed by consulting Dietician.
- Maintain household cleanliness and safety. Assist, supervise and instruct participants to assume responsibility for keeping their apartments safe and clean. The degree of assistance provided will vary depending on the situation and skill level of the participant.
- Report items that require maintenance, repair or replacement to Community Manager, describe in maintenance notebook, or report to Shift Supervisor, as appropriate. Ensure that safety equipment, such as smoke detectors and fire extinguishers, is in good operating condition.
- Participate and/or assist in recreational events, in house and in community.
- Transport participants to activities and events as required, with mileage payable at prevailing rates.
- Assist participants to prepare for more independent living arrangements, when this is an established goal.
- Ensure sufficient supplies and petty cash are available. Keep accurate written records of expenditures.
- Assist participants to learn money management and budgeting skills. Keep accurate written records.
- Must demonstrate good interpersonal communication skills
- Must be flexible in dealing with changing situations, supports and needs of participants.
- Must be a positive role model for participants, demonstrating respect, and, providing advocacy as needed
- This is a position of trust in which most work is performed under indirect supervision.
- Personal integrity, initiative and good judgment are required.
- The ability to cooperate with other staff and work harmoniously as a member of a team is essential
- Other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**:

- High school diploma
- Successful completion of the Disability Supports and Services 2 year diploma program and / or equivalent combination of training and experience
- Attainment of Core competencies as per Provincial standard for Rehabilitative Care Workers
- Current Crisis Prevention Intervention certificate
- Certification in Standard First Aid
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Recent related job experience, including the development and implementation of individual support plans
- Good oral and written communication skills; ability to write clear reports and programs, and, maintain accurate charts and records

Reporting to the Community Manager, the Small Options Counselor (SOC) must have a sound knowledge of and be able to practice the principles of normalization. Empathy with participants, warmth, patience, imagination, teaching ability, creativity, and, a positive approach toward community integration, are all important requirements.

  • Small Option Counsellor

    5 months ago

    Bridgetown, Canada igility Health Association Nova Scotia Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Description ** Education and Other Requirements** **Responsibilities** Counselors provide a variety of supports for people with intellectual disabilities and long-term mental health challenges. Counselors are responsible to the Community Manager for all aspects of program development, implementation and evaluation, the supervision, and...

  • Rehabilitation Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Bridgetown, Canada Health Association Nova Scotia Full time

    Job Title: Rehabilitative Care WorkerWe are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Rehabilitative Care Worker to join our team at Health Association Nova Scotia. As a key member of our rehabilitation team, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities and long-term mental health challenges.Key...

  • Rehabilitation Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Bridgetown, Canada Health Association Nova Scotia Full time

    Job Title: Rehabilitative Care WorkerWe are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Rehabilitative Care Worker to join our team at Health Association Nova Scotia. As a key member of our rehabilitation team, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities and long-term mental health challenges.Key...

  • Rehabilitation Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Bridgetown, Canada Health Association Nova Scotia Full time

    Job Title: Rehabilitative Care WorkerJoin our team at Health Association Nova Scotia as a Rehabilitative Care Worker, where you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities and long-term mental health challenges.Job Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate individual to provide a variety of supports for...

  • Rehabilitation Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Bridgetown, Canada Health Association Nova Scotia Full time

    Job Title: Rehabilitative Care WorkerJoin our team at Health Association Nova Scotia as a Rehabilitative Care Worker, where you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities and long-term mental health challenges.Job Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate individual to provide a variety of supports for...

  • Rehabilitation Support Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Bridgetown, Canada Health Association Nova Scotia Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Rehabilitative Care Worker to join our team at Health Association Nova Scotia. As a key member of our Disability Support Programs, you will play a vital role in providing support and care to individuals with intellectual disabilities and long-term mental health challenges.Key...

  • Rehabilitation Support Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Bridgetown, Canada Health Association Nova Scotia Full time

    Job Title: Rehabilitative Care WorkerWe are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Rehabilitative Care Worker to join our team at Health Association Nova Scotia. As a key member of our team, you will provide essential support to individuals with intellectual disabilities and long-term mental health challenges.Key Responsibilities:Support participants...

  • Rehabilitation Support Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Bridgetown, Canada Health Association Nova Scotia Full time

    Job Title: Rehabilitation Support SpecialistHealth Association Nova Scotia is seeking a highly skilled Rehabilitation Support Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our Disability Support Programs, you will provide a variety of supports for individuals with intellectual disabilities and long-term mental health challenges.Key Responsibilities:Support...

  • Rehabilitative Care Worker

    2 months ago

    Bridgetown, Canada Health Association Nova Scotia Full time

    Job Competition # SOH 2024-14-PT- 0.3 FTE (24 hours bi-weekly) Permanent Successful applicants are required to provide a criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Check) to Human Resources within 4 weeks of employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. **Position Scope**: Under the direction of the Director of Disability...

  • Community Inclusion Coordinator

    5 months ago

    Bridgetown, Canada igility Health Association Nova Scotia Full time

    Successful applicants are required to provide a criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Check) to Human Resources within 4 weeks of employment and assume any associated costs._ **Position function**: The Recreation/Community Inclusion staff member reports to the Supervisor of the Small Option Homes. They are accountable for the design,...

  • Rehabilitation Support Worker, Full Time, 1 Year

    5 months ago

    Bridgetown, Canada Mountains and Meadows Care Group Full time

    **Position: Rehabilitative Care Worker, The Meadows ARC, Bridgetown, NS.** **Full Time, Term (13 months) with Medical, Dental Benefits and Pension** **Start Date: As soon as possible** **Position Scope**: RCWs provide a variety of supports for people with intellectual disabilities and long-term mental health challenges. They are responsible to the LPN...

  • Rehabilitative Care Worker

    3 months ago

    Bridgetown, Canada igility Health Association Nova Scotia Full time

    Job Competition # SOH 2024-14-PT- 0.3 FTE (24 hours bi-weekly) PermanentSuccessful applicants are required to provide a criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Check) to Human Resources within 4 weeks of employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. Position Scope:Under the direction of the Director of Disability...