Submission Number: 357
Submission ID: 13993
Submission UUID: 8a44f6ad-b543-45f6-bd1f-0b2152b6476b

Created: Mon, 07/26/2021 - 15:56
Completed: Mon, 07/26/2021 - 16:00
Changed: Thu, 07/29/2021 - 07:57

Remote IP address: 199.243.73.34
Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English

Is draft: No

Company Information

Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf

Job Information

Overnight Awake Counsellor
Part-time
ASAP
Milton
Canada

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL JOB POSTING (Job Posting #2021-90)

TITLE: Overnight Awake Counsellor

POSITION STATUS: Part-Time - Permanent (Union)

SCHEDULE: Thursday – 11pm-7am, Friday 11pm-8am (some flexibility required)

REPORTS TO: Program Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf (BRCCED) is a provincial leader in the Deaf community. Our mission is to provide care and opportunities in a communication-rich environment that enhances the quality of life of those we serve. We are a highly motivated, collaborative team on a mission to improve the quality of life for those we serve.
We take a person centered approach that aims to support and make a positive difference in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. Our perks include but not limited to robust benefits program (for eligible employees), access to sign language classes, employee rewards & recognition program, comprehensive training and development, internal progression, and an opportunity to give back to the community.

Our Programs support Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deafblind adults some of whom have complex behavioural, developmental and/or mental health diagnoses. This position is responsible for the daily activities of the program at the Anne Penney Program (APP) program, and will work with the Program Manager and the Milton team to ensure the highest quality of care and services for everyone we serve.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Ensure that activities and daily support approaches are in accordance with agency mission, vision, values, strategic direction and policies with a goal of ensuring the highest quality of care
• Ensure person-centered quality service, and achievement of program and individual service goals
• Administer medications consistent with Organization’s policies & procedures
• Consistently comply with clinical and program plans
• Promote an evidence-based, best practice approach to care
• Ensure a clean, safe home-like environment for everyone residing in the program
• Advocate on behalf of individuals and their specific needs/goals
• Understand and be able to work with Behavioural Support Plans, PRN’s and medical protocols
• Work collaboratively with team and individual’s service team; dedicating one-self to excellent service
• Utilize community resources & liaise with community members
• Documentation – communication logs, reports, etc.
• Flexible hours of work
• Teach, coach, and mentor with regards to life skills and daily activity schedules

QUALIFICATIONS
• DSW Diploma or related college degree or equivalent work acquired experience
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a residential setting with Consumers with developmental disabilities, mental health needs and/or dual diagnosis
• Knowledge and experience working within the deaf community and fluency in ASL
• Knowledge and experience working with clinical professionals as it relates to mental health and/or behavioural needs
• Demonstrated leadership, creative problem solving abilities; good judgement and critical thinker
• Advocates for and with the Individuals and deaf community at all times.
• Excellent communication, literacy and interpersonal skills
• Innovation, initiative and integrity
• Demonstrated experience in computer literacy (e.g. Words, Excel, Outlook)
• Valid Ontario Full Driver’s License and clean driving record
• French language/LSQ an asset

Resume Information

Resume, Cover Letter
Associate, Bachelor, Graduate

Application Information

Interested candidates please email resume to: Human Resources at careers@bobrumball.org or fax to 855.492.1612
Please contact the above if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process.
PLEASE QUOTE JOB POSTING NUMBER YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.
We thank all applicants in advance, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.


Posting Date: July 26, 2021 Closing Date: August 9, 2021 Start Date: Immediately