Relief Program Counsellor

4 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. We are currently hiring a **Casual Program Counsellor**. This position reports to the Program Supervisor and is currently assigned to work in the Toronto, Ontario (Lansdowne Avenue and Glencairn Avenue) area. This is a casual position with no guaranteed number or pattern of hours. Casual program counsellors are called on an as-needed basis with the opportunity to accept shifts as they are offered, flexible to meet program needs Location and scheduling assignments may change based on organizational and programmatic needs.

The Program Counsellor will promote opportunities to develop job readiness skills, developing social skills (coping strategies, appropriate interactions and relationships, mindfulness), life skills (cooking, budgeting, laundry, self-care), and Community Participation Activities.

This position also requires someone who has a passion for and takes initiative in the creation and implementation of programming. 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 Program Counsellor provides support to program participants within established policies and procedures including: Employment Standards, Salvation Army Accreditation, and Services & Supports to Promote the Social Inclusion of Persons with Developmental Disabilities Act, 2008.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Providing teaching and support to Program participants
- Facilitating programs that promote Community Inclusion and Employment
- Providing support for participants’ personal development including supporting the Journey of Change and using the Outcomes Star tool for person centered planning
- Implementing and following support protocols, behavior support plans
- Providing counselling and assisting in the development of smart goals
- Providing learning opportunities to participants
- Following and promoting the program philosophy
- Maintaining cleanliness of program/site
- Undertake caseload of approximately 15-20 participants
- Other duties as assigned

**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 (DSW) 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, an asset
- 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 implementing and updating Individual Support Plans
- Understanding of the Bio-psycho-social model
- Understanding of Quality Behavioural Competencies
- Strong counselling/de-escalation skills required
- Medication administration experience preferred

**SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES**:

- 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 accommodation.**

Published

March 9, 2023

Location

Toronto

Job Type

Casual

Competition #

1123

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Broadview Village

Salary Range:
$18.00 per hour plus the $3.00 premium

Address:
Lansdowne Avenue and Glencairn Avenue area

Posting Expires:
March 19, 2023

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