Compassionate Behavioral Support Counselor (Residential)

Community Living Sarnia-Lambton; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Living Sarnia-Lambton is seeking an assistant support counsellor to provide personalized care in our behavioural residential homes, supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and severe behaviours to participate in daily life.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, implement care plans, use evidence-based strategies, document progress, and assist with daily living tasks while fostering independence, dignity, and community integration.

Qualifications

• Education in developmental disabilities or human services as listed.
• Knowledge of behaviour management techniques and crisis intervention methods.
• Clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide assisting support to individuals with severe behaviours in residential settings.
• Follow and assist individualized care plans based on the specific needs and goals of each individual.
• Utilize evidence-based practices and behaviour management strategies to address challenging behaviours effectively.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including psychologists, therapists, and social workers, to develop comprehensive intervention plans.
• Document individual progress, behaviours, and incidents according to established protocols.
• Use positive reinforcement techniques and assist individuals in acquiring new skills to promote independence and personal growth.
• Offer crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations safely.
• Assisting individuals in daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, medication administration, and household tasks.
• Promote a supportive and inclusive environment that helps socialization and community integration.
• Advocate for the rights and needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and severe behaviours.

Skills

Behaviour management

Crisis intervention

Positive reinforcement

Documentation

Education

Education in developmental disabilities or human services (e.g., DSW, SSW, CYW, ECE, FSW, PSW)

Job description

Community Living Sarnia-Lambton is seeking an assistant support counsellor to provide personalized care in our behavioural residential homes, supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and severe behaviours to participate in daily life.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, implement care plans, use evidence-based strategies, document progress, and assist with daily living tasks while fostering independence, dignity, and community integration.