INTERNAL - Full-time Regular Support Counsellor

INTERNAL JOB POSTING:

 Full-time Regular Support Counsellor

The successful candidate(s) will be assigned to Afton 102 and McCaw but may be reassigned to another location within Residential Services

Please see reverse side of this posting for Article 12 – Job Posting

CLASSIFICATION: Full-time Assistant Support Counsellor

(Includes supporting some residents who have a dual diagnosis, exhibit expressive behaviours, and/or are physical or sensory challenged, or are technically dependent)

PROGRAM AREA: Residential Services Afton 102 and McCaw*.

may be reassigned to another location within Residential Service

EMPLOYMENT CATEGORY: Full-time Regular (as per Article i)(b) of the Collective Agreement)

POSTING DATE: November 24th, 2025

CLOSING DATE: December 3rd, 2025, by 4:30 P.M.

POSITION FILL DATE: on or before February 17th, 2025

SKILLS, ABILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Assist in implementing personal life plans and/or respective complex needs support plans and/or behaviours support plans
• Provision of creative support and activities that enhance daily living, self-care, and interpersonal skills and promote social, leisure and community participation
• Promote independence, self-esteem, and self-confidence of residents
• Assist with communication and follow up with family, consultants, medical personnel, support team, etc.
• Promote the involvement of family, volunteer and natural support for residents
• Thorough and consistent completion and follow-up of data collection, documentation and record maintenance to comply with all CLSL, legislative and regulatory requirements, as assigned
• Modelling for/provision of guidance for new and existing team members, student placements and volunteers
• Advocating for personal rights, dignity, well-being, and protection from harm to residents, and report infractions in accordance with policy
• Assist in providing a healthy, clean, safe and home-like environment for all residents, staff and visitors
• Assist in taking appropriate action in the event of illness, injury or critical situations
• Be respectful and considerate of others to create positive work and support the environment
  

PROFESSIONAL APTITUDES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• For some homes, knowledge, skills, and/or aptitude demonstrated in supporting residents who have a dual diagnosis and/or who exhibit expressive behaviours.
• For some homes, knowledge, skills, and/or aptitude in supporting residents who are physically or sensory challenged, medically fragile or technically dependent
• Demonstrated initiative and ability in undertaking the above
• Demonstrated creative thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated positive attitude towards the above, as well as being a positive ambassador of CLSL and within the community
• Demonstrated resilience in performing and prioritizing intense job demands
• Demonstrated excellence in collaboration and teamwork skills
• Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to work various scheduled hours and assigned duties
• Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new software quickly
• Demonstrated competency in verbal and written communication
• Demonstrated understanding of adherence to and valuing of CLSL policies, procedures, performance standards and confidentiality requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Preferred education in developmental disabilities or human services (e.g. SSW, CYW, ECE, FSW, PSW, etc.)
• Preferred minimum one to two years' experience in various support settings with proven ability to support persons who have autism, developmental disability, dual diagnosis, physical and sensory challenges, or who are medically fragile or technically dependent
• Current Standard First Aid and C.P.R. certificate
• Valid Driver's License and must have use of a vehicle for the transport of individuals as necessary

COMPENSATION

• Starting Salary: As per Collective Agreement - Level 6
• Hours Per Week: As per Collective Agreement - 40 hours a week
• Company Benefits: As per Collective Agreement

CLSL is an equal opportunity employer and values the importance of diversity and the dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. Please inform us should an accommodation be required, and we will work with you to meet your needs. This information can also be made available in an alternative format, upon request, to accommodate individual disabilities.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.