Residential counsellor - group home

Bay St. George Residential Support Board ( Stephenville, NL) is currently looking for a skilled Residential counsellor - group home. The successful candidate must be available to start work as soon as possible. Position status: Casual employment - Part time leading to full time. Required shifts: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, On call.

Job Description

• The candidate must prepare reports or case histories.
• The candidate must perform administrative and office activities.
• The candidate must assess clients’ relevant skill strengths and development needs.
• The candidate must perform housekeeping activities.
• The candidate must perform food preparation.
• The candidate must resolve conflict situations.
• The candidate must supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses.
• The candidate must implement behaviour management programs.
• The candidate must assist clients/guests with special needs.
• The candidate must accompany clients to appointments and social outings.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must have a College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years or equivalent experience.
• The candidate must have 2 to less than 3 years of experience in a related field.
• The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate must have good judgement skills.
• The candidate should be client-focused.
• The candidate must have excellent written communication skills.
• The candidate must be flexible.
• The candidate must show initiative.
• The candidate must be a good team player.

Work Setting

• The candidate must work in a group home to provide care, supervision, and support to residents, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.

Security and Safety

• The candidate must undergo a criminal record check.
• The candidate must be able to pass a child welfare check.
• The candidate must be able to pass a driving record check (abstract).
• The candidate must undergo an adult abuse registry check.

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate must have their own transportation.
• The candidate must have their own vehicle.
• The candidate must be willing to travel.
• The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.

Benefits

• The candidate shall receive benefits in line with the collective agreement contract between the employer and the union representing a bargaining unit.
• The candidate will receive a pension plan, providing a monthly, taxable benefit that replaces a portion of their income at retirement.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By email

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By phone

7096439762

By fax

7096439764

By mail

83 A Main Street
Stephenville, NL
A2N 1H9

• Cover letter
• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?