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| Reference #: | 810-072122-051 |
| Position Type: | Temporary |
| Location: | London, ON |
| Date Posted: | Aug 11, 2022 |
| Experience: | 2 Years |
| Education: | College Diploma (2 years) |
Job Description
Humana Community Services is a registered charity, accredited by the Canadian Centre for Accreditation. Through a recent unification process, Anago (Non) Residential Resources Inc. and WAYS Mental Health Support have come together to combine over 100 years of history delivering high-quality services and support for children, youth and adults with specialized needs, and their families/caregivers. Collectively, we are known for providing crisis support; personalized mental health services; supports for community participation and transition to independent living, and safe, therapeutic, educational environments where at-risk children, youth, and vulnerable adults are able to connect, grow and thrive.
Humana Community Services is currently seeking applicants to join our direct support team as a Residential Counsellor. Successful applicants will be responsible for working with a diverse group of people providing coverage for our live-in teams and ensure a safe & supportive environment for youth. The successful applicant will manage crisis situations while maintaining treatment plans, recreational activities and being a positive role model while helping with life skills. This is a 24/7 support site and includes evenings, weekends, overnights, and public holidays.
Qualifications:
• Completion of related post-secondary education (Social Work, SSW, CYW or equivalent)
• Minimum two (2) years related experience preferred in residential services, supporting people with complex behavioural needs
• Strong mentorship abilities
• Good verbal and written skills to communicate information to youth, families, co-workers, and community services
• Understanding of support requirements specific to people with mental health and behavioural challenges
• Demonstrated skills in conflict, behavior management, and resolution
• Sound knowledge of problem-solving skills to develop creative, evolving plans for children, youth, and their families
• Physical ability to fulfil the demands of the position
• Ability to make independent decision based on Policies & Procedures
• Bilingualism is considered an asset
Position details:
• Starting wage: $17.64/hr plus vacation time off
• Location: London, ON
• Contract Length: 1-year (April 30, 2023)
• Skills training available to meet mandatory training requirements
• Shift work is required, including evenings, weekends, overnights and public holidays
• 24/7 on-call support
Requirements:
• Valid Ontario G Driver's License
• Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Current immunizations and physical health assessment
• Current Standard First Aid & CPR level C
• De-escalation and restraint certification; Crisis Management Training; SMG
Humana Community Services is currently seeking applicants to join our direct support team as a Residential Counsellor. Successful applicants will be responsible for working with a diverse group of people providing coverage for our live-in teams and ensure a safe & supportive environment for youth. The successful applicant will manage crisis situations while maintaining treatment plans, recreational activities and being a positive role model while helping with life skills. This is a 24/7 support site and includes evenings, weekends, overnights, and public holidays.
Qualifications:
• Completion of related post-secondary education (Social Work, SSW, CYW or equivalent)
• Minimum two (2) years related experience preferred in residential services, supporting people with complex behavioural needs
• Strong mentorship abilities
• Good verbal and written skills to communicate information to youth, families, co-workers, and community services
• Understanding of support requirements specific to people with mental health and behavioural challenges
• Demonstrated skills in conflict, behavior management, and resolution
• Sound knowledge of problem-solving skills to develop creative, evolving plans for children, youth, and their families
• Physical ability to fulfil the demands of the position
• Ability to make independent decision based on Policies & Procedures
• Bilingualism is considered an asset
Position details:
• Starting wage: $17.64/hr plus vacation time off
• Location: London, ON
• Contract Length: 1-year (April 30, 2023)
• Skills training available to meet mandatory training requirements
• Shift work is required, including evenings, weekends, overnights and public holidays
• 24/7 on-call support
Requirements:
• Valid Ontario G Driver's License
• Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Current immunizations and physical health assessment
• Current Standard First Aid & CPR level C
• De-escalation and restraint certification; Crisis Management Training; SMG
