Part Time Residential Counsellor Overnight Awake

3 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

As a local expression of The Salvation Army in Canada, Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Broadview Village residences provide around-the-clock support to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges and we are currently hiring a **Part-Time** **Overnight Awake Residential Counsellor**. This position reports to the Residential Manager and is currently assigned to work at Scarborough, Ontario (Warden Avenue and Lawrence Avenue) area. This is a part-time position and works 16 overnight hours per week currently scheduled Friday and Saturday 11 pm - 7 am, flexible to meet program needs. Location and scheduling assignments may change based on organizational and programmatic needs.

This position requires someone who has a passion for and takes initiative in the creation and implementation of programming in areas such as: personal care & hygiene, advocacy and community integration. The capacity to work collaboratively within a team is required, as well as with a large number of stakeholders including healthcare professionals, consultants, colleagues, community members, family members and friends. This position also requires a resilient direct support professional who is confident in navigating conflict, overcoming obstacles, and who is creative in providing support to individuals in crisis.

The Residential Counsellor must ensure that their activities are in compliance with established legislation, and policies and procedures including Employment Standards; Occupational Health & Safety Standards; Collective Agreements; Payroll Procedures; Salvation Army Accreditation; and Services and Supports to Promote the Social Inclusion of Persons with Developmental Disabilities Act, 2008 (SIPDDA).

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Providing support for residents’ personal development as decided through individual support planning (ISP) as well as advocating on their behalf/facilitating self-advocacy to community supports in collaboration with colleagues and other healthcare professionals
- Remaining awake and active throughout the entire shift which includes supporting residents during their awake hours as well as ensuring the well-being of residents throughout the night
- Completing documentation and maintaining records as required
- Medication administration
- Ensuring learning opportunities are provided utilizing agency and community resources
- Fostering independence in residents including supervising and assisting residents with meal preparation and clean-up
- Maintaining cleanliness of program/site, ensuring health and safety protocols are closely followed
- Providing orientation and/or support to co-workers, students, volunteers and/or family members
- Following and promoting the agency’s and House program goal and philosophy
- Other duties as assigned
- Perform other duties as required.

**WORKING CONDITIONS**:

- Exposure to dirt, bodily fluids, bodily waste
- Noise
- Dealing with angry and abusive people
- Handling garbage
- Verbal abuse
- Odours

**QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS**:

- Completed 2-3 year Developmental Services Worker Diploma or other equivalent degree/diploma related to human services
- Valid Standard First Aid Certificate with CPR, Level C
- Ability to achieve Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certificate upon hire
- Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and a current copy of a Driver’s abstract for review and verification that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required
- Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered

**EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE**:

- Preferred minimum 2-5 years’ experience working with people with developmental disabilities and preferably working with individuals who have a dual diagnosis of mental health challenges and developmental disabilities
- Experience with writing, implementing and updating Individual Support Planning
- Medication administration experience preferred

**SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES**:

- Strong counselling/de-escalation support skills required
- Ability to successfully complete all mandatory training as required by the agency
- 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 **, completed no less than 2 months prior to date of hire
- 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 accommodat

  • Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake

    5 months ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Broadview Village Full time

    SERVICE AREA: Residential - LOCATION: Toronto, Ontario (Broadview Avenue and O'Connor Drive) and Scarborough, Ontario (Eglinton Avenue and McCowan Road) area. - POSITION STATUS: Part-Time Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake - HOURS OF WORK: 24 hours per week currently scheduled Saturday to Monday, 11:00 pm - 7:00 am, flexible to meet program needs. -...

  • Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake

    4 months ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Broadview Village Full time

    SERVICE AREA: Residential - LOCATION: Toronto, Ontario (Broadview Avenue and O'Connor Drive) area. - POSITION STATUS: Full-time Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake - HOURS OF WORK: 32 hours per week, currently scheduled Monday to Thursday 11:00 pm - 7:00 am; flexible to meet program needs. - HOURLY PAY RATE: $27.00 per hour. - Closing Date: October 14,...

  • Part Time Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake

    7 months ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

    As a local expression of The Salvation Army in Canada, Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Broadview Village residences provide around-the-clock support to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges and we are currently hiring...

  • Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake

    1 week ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Broadview Village Full time

    The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity. **Mission Statement** The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. **Core Values** The Salvation...

  • Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Broadview Village Full time

    The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity. **Mission Statement** The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. **Core Values** The Salvation...

  • Part Time Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake +

    7 months ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

    As a local expression of The Salvation Army in Canada, Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Broadview Village residences provide around-the-clock support to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges and we are currently hiring...

  • Part Time Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake

    7 months ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

    As a local expression of The Salvation Army in Canada, Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Broadview Village residences provide around-the-clock support to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges and we are currently hiring...

  • Part Time Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake

    5 months ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

    As a local expression of The Salvation Army in Canada, Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Broadview Village residences provide around-the-clock support to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges, and we are currently...

  • Part Time Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake

    7 months ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

    As a local expression of The Salvation Army in Canada, Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Broadview Village residences provide around-the-clock support to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges and we are currently hiring...

  • Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake

    10 hours ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Broadview Village Full time

    SERVICE AREA: Residential - LOCATION: Toronto, Ontario (Broadview Avenue and O'Connor Drive) area. - POSITION STATUS: Full-time Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake - HOURS OF WORK: 32 hours per week, currently scheduled to work Monday to Thursday 11:00 pm - 7:00 am; flexible to meet program needs. - HOURLY PAY RATE: $27.00 per hour. - Closing Date:...

  • Full Time Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake +

    7 months ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

    As a local expression of The Salvation Army in Canada, Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Broadview Village residences provide around-the-clock support to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges. We are currently hiring a...

  • Full Time Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake

    8 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Salvation Army Full time

    Description As a local expression of The Salvation Army in Canada, Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Broadview Village residences provide around-the-clock support to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges and we are...

  • Full Time Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake

    4 months ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

    As a local expression of The Salvation Army in Canada, Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Broadview Village residences provide around-the-clock support to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges and we are currently hiring...

  • Full Time Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake

    7 months ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

    As a local expression of The Salvation Army in Canada, Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Broadview Village residences provide around-the-clock support to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges and we are currently hiring...

  • Full Time Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake +

    5 months ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

    As a local expression of The Salvation Army in Canada, Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Broadview Village residences provide around-the-clock support to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges, and we are currently...

  • Full Time Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake +

    1 day ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

    As a local expression of The Salvation Army in Canada, Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Broadview Village residences provide around-the-clock support to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges and we are currently hiring...

  • Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Broadview Village Full time $27

    Who We AreThe Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity. Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges.Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share...

  • Full Time Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

    As a local expression of The Salvation Army in Canada, Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Broadview Village residences provide around-the-clock support to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges and we are currently hiring...

  • Full Time Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

    As a local expression of The Salvation Army in Canada, Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Broadview Village residences provide around-the-clock support to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges, and we are currently...

  • Full Time Residential Counsellor, Overnight Awake + Breakfast

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

    As a local expression of The Salvation Army in Canada, Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Broadview Village residences provide around - the-clock support to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges, and we are currently...