Behavioural Counsellor

Are you an individual seeking an exciting and fulfilling job with opportunities for growth within the organization? Your search ends here, as Bairn Croft Residential Services is welcoming new Behavioral Counsellors

Who are we?

Bairn Croft Residential Services (BCRS) is devoted to providing high quality residential services for individuals with developmental disabilities and special needs. Our programs are designed to cater to a diverse range of functioning levels, addressing emotional and behavioral challenges. With a commitment to inclusivity, we provide comprehensive, innovative, and socially inclusive services for individuals of all ages. 

We work with families, communities, social services, medical professionals, mental health experts, and educators. Our focus is on meeting the unique needs of individuals while promoting social inclusion, personal choice, independence, and upholding the rights of all those in our care.

The three foundational pillars of BCRS, trust, inclusion, and resolve, as outlined in our company's Soul Guide—guide us in creating a place where everyone belongs. As a Behavioral Counselor, you'll be actively engaging in the community and helping to achieve individualized goals in our resident’s life while achieving a sense of fulfilment in your work.

Why choose us ? 

At BCRS, we value and acknowledge dedication and hard work among our employees, and we express our appreciation through a range of perks and benefits. 

BCRS offers:

• GoodLife Wellness Programs:  Enjoy a range of benefits, including discounted memberships, waived enrollment fees, and extended discounts for two family members and more.
• HumanaCare Services:  Access to comprehensive services like Employee Assistance Programs, Virtual Healthcare Services, and more to support your overall well-being.
• Group Retirement Savings Plan (GRSP) with Wealth simple : BCRS matches your contributions at a rate of 1% of your annual earnings, ensuring a solid foundation for your retirement savings.
• Monthly Employee Appreciation Contests:  Engage in fun and rewarding monthly contests, win prizes, and feel appreciated for your hard work and dedication.

Join us in fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment where your contributions are recognized and rewarded.

Daily Responsibilities:

• Provide support to individuals with special needs
• Evaluate resident's skills and development needs
• Conflict resolution
• Supervise resident’s, ensuring safety and security
• Implement behavior management programs
• Coordinate with social services and healthcare providers
• Develop intervention models and outcome measures
• Maintain program statistics for evaluation and research
• Assist in evaluating treatment program effectiveness

Essential Skills:  Reading, writing, communication, teamwork, problem-solving, decision-making, critical thinking, job planning, and organization.

Work Setting:  Residential setting, working with individuals of all ages.

Target Groups or Residents:  Our services support individuals of all ages, genders, and abilities, including those from culturally diverse backgrounds, and those with disabilities such as deafness/hard of hearing, blindness/visual impairment, intellectual, learning, and mental health disabilities.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:  Thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels under pressure, physically resilient, maintains composure and makes sound decisions in high-stress situations.

Work Location:  Orleans and the surrounding area. 

Transportation Details: 

• Dependable vehicle
• Valid G driver’s license 
• Insurance      
• Driving record check (abstract) 

 *Public transportation is accessible in certain locations.

Safety and Security:

• Vulnerable sector security clearance
• Child abuse registry check (Link here) (provided free of charge)
• Valid First Aid Certificate (CPR)

Credentials (certificates, licenses, memberships, courses, etc.): 

• Child and Youth Care Worker: (CCW/CYW) Diploma 
• Developmental Service Worker (DSW)
• Social Service Worker: (SSW) Diploma
• Social Service Worker: Gerontology Diploma
• Community Support Worker: (CSW) Diploma
• Human Services Diploma
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: (CPR) Certificate

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8, 10 or 12-hour shifts
• Day/ Night shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

As a Behavioral Counselor, we provide both full-time positions (minimum 30-40 hours/week)  and part-time positions (15-20 hours+/week) . Since residential care is an essential service operating every day of the year, employees are required to be available during daytime hours, weekends, and holidays.

Location:   1395 Youville Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1C 4R1

Education:  Minimum 1 year of study in a related subject field (Developmental Service Worker, Community Service Worker, Psychology, Applied Behavioural Analysis, Criminology, etc.)

Experience:  1 year (Preferred)

Languages:  English

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

Work Location:  On site, In person

Salary:  $22.00-$23.00 per hour

• Rate of pay includes permanent government wage enhancement, on top of existing hourly wages.

This employment opportunity extends beyond the specified responsibilities. The employee may be required to undertake additional tasks as deemed necessary to fulfill the continuous needs of the agency.

COVID-19 considerations:

Resident and employee safety remain a top priority during the COVID-19 pandemic. BCRS works directly with Ottawa Public Health to ensure the appropriate intervention, protection and control measures are in place.

If you're seeking an excellent team, a great agency, and a fulfilling career, BCRS is the destination for you. We look forward to receiving your applications