Life Skills Counsellor
2 months ago
**TITLE**: Life Skills Counsellor
**POSITION STATUS**:Full Time - Permanent (Non-Union)
**SCHEDULE**: 32 hours - Mondays and Tuesday 3pm to 11pm, Saturdays and Sundays 11pm to 7am
**REPORTS TO**: Program Manager
**WHO ARE WE**:
The Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf (formerly the Bob Rumball Centre for the Deaf) was the first facility of its kind, and for over 30 years has provided the Deaf Community a space without communication barriers. Within this space an educational, independent living, and a social environment for the Deaf has blossomed. From its starting point as a community recreation facility, the Bob Rumball Centre has expanded into offering a range of specialized services to those within the Deaf Community that require support. These include seniors’, those with developmental, physical, health, or mental health issues, infants and young children, and newcomers to Canada. Our mission as an organization is to provide care and opportunities in a communication-rich environment that enhances the quality of life of those we serve. We are a highly motivated, collaborative team on a mission to improve the quality of life for those we serve.
**WHY JOIN US**:
- Our perks include but not limited to robust benefits program (for eligible employees)
- Access to sign language classes
- Employee rewards & recognition program
- Comprehensive training and development, internal progression, and an opportunity to give back to the community.
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Reporting the program manager, the Life Skills Counsellor provide the individuals in care with opportunities to increase their level of independence in skill area such as communication, daily living, social, and community awareness based on each individual's Life Plan.
**PRIMARY DUTIES**
- Assist in identifying needs for all individuals in the program
- Be familiar with all individual programs developed from the Individual Support Plan and assist as necessary
- Plan and organize indoor and outdoor recreation activities for all individuals on a weekly basis
- Ensure all individuals are safely transported to appointments, community outings, outside programs, transportation stations and family homes
- Ensure a high level of quality care is maintained at all times
- Use the least intrusive procedures necessary to maintain a stable environment
- Maintained respectful attitude towards individuals at all times
- Utilize community resources & liaise with community members
- Advocate on behalf of individuals and their specific needs/goals
- Keep your team up to date on program activities at all times
- Teach, coach, mentor - life skills, daily activity schedules and community involvement
- Physical activities including but not limited to, lifting, bending and prolonged standing
- Provide leadership to part-time staff
**QUALIFICATIONS**
- DSW Diploma or related college degree or equivalent work acquired experience
- Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a residential setting with Consumers with developmental disabilities, mental health needs and/or dual diagnosis
- Knowledge and experience working within the deaf community and fluency in ASL
- Knowledge and experience working with clinical professionals as it relates to mental health and/or behavioural needs
- Demonstrated leadership, creative problem solving abilities; good judgement and critical thinker
- Advocates for and with the Individuals and deaf community at all times
- Excellent communication, literacy and interpersonal skills
- Innovation, initiative and integrity
- Demonstrated experience in computer literacy (e.g. Words, Excel, Outlook)
- Valid Ontario Full G Driver’ s License and clean driving record
- French language/LSQ an asset
**Posted **Date**: October 14, 2024 **End Date**:October 29, 2024 **Start Date**: Immediately
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