Residential Counselor for Visually Impaired Students
4 days ago
The Ontario Public Service is seeking a qualified Residential Counselor to join their team at the W. Ross Macdonald School for the Blind in Brantford, Ontario.
Job Summary:
We are looking for a highly motivated and compassionate individual who can provide supervision, guidance, intervention, and instruction to students who are blind or visually impaired in a planned and organized program in student lodging.
About the Role:
- Plan, organize, and implement customized individual and group programs designed to meet the personal, social, emotional, and developmental needs of students who are blind or visually impaired using a multi-disciplinary approach.
- Supervise, guide, and instruct students who are blind or visually impaired in daily living skills, such as cooking, cleaning, and personal care.
- Provide sound physical care and maintain a safe and secure environment for students in the student lodging program.
Requirements:
- Post-secondary educational certificate and/or equivalent training, education, and working experience in a childcare-related field.
- Current certification in Standard First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Defensive Driving, and Behaviour Management Systems (BMS).
- Experience working with students who are blind or visually impaired.
- Demonstrated ability to facilitate effective individualized developmental, social/life skill programs to meet the needs of students who are visually impaired and may have additional challenges.
- Knowledge of orientation and mobility needs of students who are visually impaired.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation/policies/procedures/guidelines/practices that address student care and safety.
- Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and other professionals.
- Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds to assist with student transfers.
What We Offer:
- A competitive salary range of $28.58 - $31.44 per hour.
- A comprehensive benefits package.
- An opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students who are blind or visually impaired.
How to Apply:
Please submit your application through the official website of the Ontario Public Service. The deadline to apply is Monday, December 23, 2024, 11:59 pm EST. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.
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