Program Counsellor - Imagine Therapeutic Services, New Liskeard, ON

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Family operated business

Educational development opportunities

Supportive supervision

Job summary

Imagine Therapeutic Services in New Liskeard, ON is hiring Program Counsellors to provide daily support for individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health diagnoses in home and community settings. Join a family-run team dedicated to improving quality of life.

We value diverse backgrounds and provide supportive on-call supervision. Requirements include a Human Services Diploma, First Aid/CPR, a valid driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle, and the ability to obtain a

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills and computer skills.
• First Aid/CPR certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Access to a reliable vehicle and Canadian Driver’s license is a must.
• Ability to obtain a clear Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Outstanding focus on member safety and care.
• Understanding of mental health and therapeutic responses is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support for individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health diagnoses in home and community settings.
• Ensure member safety and high quality of care.
• Document and communicate effectively with families and care teams.
• Utilize computer skills for documentation and reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

First Aid/CPR

Driver's license

Vulnerable Sector Check

Mental health knowledge

Education

Human Services Diploma (DSW/CWY/PSW)

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Program Counsellor - Imagine Therapeutic Services, New Liskeard, ON

Full Job Description
Imagine Therapeutic Services delivers high-quality, comprehensive services for community members with special needs. ITS provides individual homes and services including ABA therapy, community activities, life skills programming , and one-to-one in-home support. We're not your typical gig: ITS is a family-run business with 150+ passionate employees, and our way of helping vulnerable youth and adults is anything but ordinary.

We are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our success and fosters innovation, creativity and collaboration.

Program Counsellor
ITS is hiring Program Counsellors to provide daily support for individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health diagnoses in both home and community settings If you share our commitment to improving members' quality of life and meet our values and expectations, we want you on our team.

Your Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills and computer skills
• Current First Aid/CPR certification, or willingness to obtain
• Access to a reliable vehicle and Canadian Driver’s license is a must
• Ability to obtain a clear Vulnerable Sector Check
• Outstanding focus on member safety and care
• A strong understanding of mental health and appropriate therapeuticresponses are an extremely valuable assets
• Completion of Human Services Diploma (Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, PSW etc.) from a recognized Community College or University

Skills

• Computer operation
• High school diploma or GED
• First Aid Certification
• Working with individuals with mental health conditions
• Human Services
• Individuals with challenging behaviour care
• Social Work
• Driving Licence

Why Join Us

• Competitive premium per hourly rates
• Family operated business
• Commitment to excellence
• Extensive learning and educational development opportunities
• Providing the highest level of care for our members

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00-$26.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
New Liskeard, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education: Secondary School (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)
• CPR/First Aid (required)
• What experience do you have working with various behaviours and are you comfortable working with restraints?