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Join Our Team as a Residential Counsellor at ROC Society!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with diverse needs? ROC Society is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Residential Counsellor for our group home in Port Hawkesbury, NS. This is a temporary position that offers a unique opportunity to support and empower individuals with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, mental health disabilities, and physical disabilities.

About the Role

As a Residential Counsellor, you will play a vital role in creating a safe and nurturing environment for our residents. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting housekeeping activities to maintain a clean and welcoming home.
• Preparing nutritious meals that cater to the dietary needs of our residents.
• Implementing behaviour management programs to support positive outcomes.
• Liaising with other social services agencies and healthcare providers involved with clients.

Work Setting

• Group home environment focused on community and social services.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should meet the following criteria:

• Work Term: Temporary
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 56 hours bi-weekly
• Education: College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• Experience: 1 to less than 7 months or equivalent experience

Certificates and Licenses

To ensure the highest standards of care, candidates must possess the following certifications:

• Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
• Medication Administration Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Security and Safety

Successful candidates will be required to undergo:

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation and Travel

Applicants must have:

• Own transportation and vehicle
• Travel expenses paid by the employer

Work Conditions

This role requires:

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment.
• Handling weights of up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Personal Suitability

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Sound judgment and client focus
• Flexibility and initiative
• Team player mentality

Screening Questions

Before applying, please consider the following:

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Compensation

The hourly wage for this position ranges from $23.57 to $25.70, negotiable based on experience.

About ROC Society

ROC Society is committed to providing exceptional support and services to individuals in our community. We believe in fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us in making a positive impact!

We look forward to welcoming passionate individuals to our team!

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.