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Join Our Team as a Residential Counsellor at Stella's Circle!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals facing challenges? Do you have a strong desire to support and empower those in need? If so, we invite you to apply for the position of Residential Counsellor - Group Home at Stella's Circle in beautiful St. John's, NL!

About the Role

As a Residential Counsellor, you will play a vital role in providing support to clients in a group home setting. This position is perfect for individuals who are dedicated to helping others navigate personal and social adjustments, including issues related to substance abuse, mental health, and socio-economic challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group counselling sessions.
• Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and halfway houses.
• Implement life skills workshops to empower clients.
• Provide crisis intervention and support during challenging situations.
• Prepare reports and maintain program statistics for evaluation and research.
• Assist clients with special needs and accompany them to appointments and social outings.
• Collaborate with other social service agencies and healthcare providers.
• Conduct follow-up assessments to ensure ongoing support.
• Engage in administrative and office activities as needed.
• Participate in housekeeping and food preparation activities.

Who We Are

Stella's Circle is a dedicated organization committed to providing essential services to individuals facing various challenges, including homelessness, mental health issues, and socio-economic hardships. Our mission is to empower our clients to achieve personal growth and stability in a supportive environment.

What We Offer

• Flexible Hours: Work between 10 to 20 hours per week, allowing for a balanced work-life schedule.
• Competitive Salary: Earn $31.31 per hour, as per collective agreement.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training and skill enhancement.
• Supportive Environment: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping others.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience: 2 to 3 years in a related field.
• Language: Proficiency in English is essential.
• Certificates:
  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
  • Mental Health First Aid Certificate
  • Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
  • First Aid Certificate
  • CPR Certificate
• Personal Suitability:
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Strong judgment and client focus
  • Flexibility and initiative
  • Team player mentality
• Transportation: Own transportation is required.
• Security: A criminal record check is mandatory.

Target Audience

This role primarily focuses on supporting:

• Adolescents
• Culturally diverse groups
• Females
• Persons with mental health disabilities
• The street population

Join Us in Making a Difference!

If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge and contribute to the well-being of our community, we encourage you to apply for the Residential Counsellor position at Stella's Circle. Together, we can create positive change and support those who need it most!

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.