Youth Counsellor

1 week ago

Ottawa, Canada Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre Full time

**Are you interested in helping adolescents and their families overcome addiction and mental health problems as part of a Centre of Excellence?**

The Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre (DSYTC) is a non-profit, community-based agency that is dedicated to helping youth (13-21) and families across Ontario overcome substance use and mental health issues to achieve a healthier lifestyle. DSYTC delivers evidence-based live-in programming from 2 locations; Carleton Place & Carp.

The Overnight Residential Service Provider is responsible for the safety and support of clients, the security of the building and property during the fully awake shift. **Positions are available at our Carp and Carleton Place campuses. Hours of work are from 11:00 pm to 7:00 am. Shifts are available Monday through Sunday, with an emphasis on weekend shifts.**

Part-time positions available: 8-32 hours per week

**Main Responsibilities (Non-Exhaustive List)**:

- Ensure the safety and security of youth clients, staff and physical residence during overnight awake shifts
- Complete the prescribed nightly schedule of responsibilities, including fire safety, security and related documentation
- Respond to emergency or crisis situations according to procedures.
- Implement aspects of the client's plan of care and therapeutic activities applicable to the shift
- Support meal preparation, housekeeping, preventive maintenance and clerical duties
- Complete documentation each shift to agency and Ministry standards
- Inform superiors and document exceptional circumstances associated with clients and/or the building and resources

**Competencies**:

- Client service orientation
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Ethical conduct and professionalism
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication skills

**Education & Experience**:

- At minimum a High School Diploma. A post
- secondary education in Child & Youth Care or Social Services is desirable.
- Employment or volunteer experience with young adults.
- Ability to work effectively in an automated office environment.
- Valid Class ‘G’ driver’s license and use of a vehicle **(our facilities are not serviced by public transportation). **Free parking
- Ability to obtain a clear Police Records Check for Service with the Vulnerable Sector

We offer a competitive remuneration package, opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive environment.

Work remotely
- No

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $20.12 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All staff are required to have a recent COVID-19 vaccinated prior to starting work. At this time masks are mandatory while onsite.

Application question(s):

- Do you have access to a vehicle for transportation to and from work? Our facilities are not supported by public transportation.

**Experience**:

- youth focused volunteer or work: 1 year (preferred)

Shift availability:

- Overnight Shift (required)

Work Location: One location

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