Full Time Awake Nights Residential Counsellor

3 weeks ago

Hamilton, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Promote an environment that is consistent, supportive and nurturing by ensuring residents’ emotional, psychological and physical needs are well met, this involves planning, implementation and working with individuals supported, their families, team members and professionals
- Support efforts to meet residents’ spiritual needs through demonstrated interest and participation in programming activities.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the psychological and social dynamics of working with developmental and behaviorally challenged individuals
- Ensure proper and accurate recording of all daily logs, shift reports, incident reports, etc.
- Responsible for ordering of medication, accurate documentation and administration
- Responsible for the general upkeep, cleanliness and maintenance of residence
- Responsible to assist with any type of client emergencies that may arise during the shift
- Responsible for transportation of individuals supported to-and-from destinations
- Promote greater independence and strive for the highest quality of living possible
- Provide personal care to individuals supported as needed
- Perform other position related duties as required

**WORKING CONDITIONS**:
There are 2 full-time positions offering 25.5 or 31 hours per week. Schedule will vary according to requirements and responsibilities - weekend work will be required. Shifts include a ½ hour paid meal break where applicable. Supervisor will set the hours of work and work schedule. Shifts can include the following: nights and weekends.

**QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS**:

- Completion of a Developmental Services Worker Diploma or equivalent in Human Services field
- Current First Aid & Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation with Defibrillation Training as well as current Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification are required
- Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered

**EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE**:

- Minimum two (2) years or prior related experience working with adults with developmental disabilities and vulnerable populations is essential
- Experience in developing, implementing and evaluating effective individualized program plans
- Medication administration training and experience is required
- Experience in accessing and networking with community resources
- Lifts and Transfer training and Personal Care Support experience are considered an asset
- Valid Ontario Class “G” or “G2” Driver’s License, own vehicle, insurance, and a current Driver’s Abstract that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is preferred

**SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES**:

- French language written and verbal skills an asset
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team to provide a supportive and nurturing environment
- Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening
- Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities

**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.**

Published

January 12, 2023

Location

West Hamilton

Job Type

Full-time

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Hamilton Lawson Ministries

Salary Range:
$22.43 per hour

Address:
Posting Expires:
January 27, 2023

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