Temporary Part Time Residential Counselor

3 days ago


Thornhill, Ontario, Canada Meta Centre Full time

About us

Meta Centre

A place where ALL abilities can thrive We have been providing support services for over 30 years and have grown to 5 Day Programs, 22 Residences, as well as Respite and Supported Independent Living services in multiple locations in the GTA. We tailor all programming to respect and meet the individual needs of people with developmental disabilities, persons with dual diagnoses, and individuals with multiple disabilities. We are committed to creating environments where ALL individuals can be supported to reach their greatest potential.

Meta offers a wide spectrum of services and personalized supports to help people live in inclusive engaged and enriched lives in the community.

Position: Part-Time Residential Counselor (Union Position)

(Temporary assignment ending December 31, 2025)

Rate of Pay: $22.56/hour

Current Location: Thornhill, ON (Major intersection: Steeles & Yonge)

Hours and Days of Work

Saturdays and Sundays from 7am to 3pm

Qualifications

  • Diploma or degree program in a related field
  • At least one year of experience working with individuals that have developmental disabilities
  • Must have experience dealing with challenging behaviors because of the possibility of working with aggressive people supported
  • Must have a valid G driver's licence
  • Strong written and oral communication as well as problem-solving skills.
  • Must have the ability to work as a team and independently
  • French language is an asset

Job Duties

  • To work hands-on with individuals that have developmental disabilities in a Residential environment
  • This is currently an all-female residential group home.
  • To assist with personal hygiene, prepare nutritional meals, administer medication, complete appropriate paperwork and documentation, attend meetings, accompany individuals to appointments, and other related duties.
  • Responsible for transporting people supported in company vans to outings and/to from programs
  • Provide support in daily living as needed and assist in planning leisure activities in the community

Meta Centre provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.56 per hour

Education:

  • DCS / DEC (preferred)

Experience:

  • supporting individuals with developmental disabilities: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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