Residential Counsellors – OP-26-200

Ongwanada Resource Centre; Kingston; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ongwanada seeks Residential Counsellors to support and advocate for clients within Kingston-area community settings, reporting to the Community Setting Supervisor and acting as primary counselor for assigned clients in a multidisciplinary team. Positions include permanent and temporary vacancies with guaranteed hours for part-time and full-time roles.

Applicants require related education, CPR/First Aid, pharmacology training, a valid G license and strong interpersonal and written communication

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Community College or University in a related field (DSW, BST, BA Psychology, RN)
• CPR, First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training
• Successful completion of an Ongwanada recognized pharmacology course
• A valid class G driving license with full driving privilege
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with sound judgment
• Ability to meet physical demands and work shifts

Responsibilities

• Promotes and models person served first.
• Supports activities of daily living including personal hygiene, grooming, meals, leisure, and safety.
• Monitors, prepares and administers medications as prescribed.
• Plans, develops, implements and monitors Support Plans and Behavioral Support Plans.
• Promotes skills development in persons served.
• Participates in home-related duties (cooking, cleaning, laundry).
• Drives persons served to day programs, appointments and activities using Ongwanada vehicles.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

Related field degree (DSW, BST, BA Psychology, RN)

CPR/First Aid/NVCI certifications

Ongwanada pharmacology course

G Class driving license

Job description

File #: OP-26-200
Date Posted: October 7, 2026
Closing Date: December 7, 2026
Position: Permanent and Temporary Residential Counsellor
Location: Various Kingston, Gananoque, and Napanee Community Settings
Dates of Vacancy: Flexible
Hours of Work Part time: Guaranteed a minimum of 24 hours per pay(biweekly)
Hours of Work Full time: Guaranteed a minimum of 80 hours per pay(biweekly)
Wage: Hourly: Start – $30.63 6 Months – $31.17 One Year- $31.63
This posting is for an existing Vacancy

The Residential Counsellors provides support for and advocates on behalf of clients to meet their physical, psychological and social needs. They advise and assist Community Support Workers and other staff members under the direction of the Community Setting Supervisor and act as primary counselor for specific clients. They assist and actively participate in the planning and implementation of residential programs as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Promotes and models "person served first" organizational focus;
• Supports with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, grooming, meal preparation, the use of leisure time and safety issues where appropriate;
• Monitors, prepares and administers medications as prescribed;
• Plans, develops, implements and monitors Support Plans and Behavioural Support Plans;
• Promotes skills development in persons served whenever possible;
• Participates in home related duties, as required i.e. cooking, cleaning, laundry, etc.;
• Drives persons served to day programs, appointments, activities, etc. utilizing Ongwanada vehicles;

Qualifications, Education, and Experience Required

• Graduate of a Community College or University in a related field, i.e. Developmental Service Worker (DSW), Behavioral Science Technologist (BST), BA Psychology, Registered Nurse, or equivalent
• Current certificates in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training
• Successful completion of an Ongwanada recognized pharmacology course
• A valid class G driving license with full driving privilege, and successful completion of an Ongwanada recognized Defensive Driving Course
• Excellent interpersonal skills, good oral and written communication skills combined with sound judgment
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job and to work shifts

Accessibility, Equity, and Human Rights:

Ongwanada is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment, selection, and employment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to contact Human Resources.

Disclosure:

We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process.

191 Portsmouth Avenue
Kingston, Ontario K7M 8A6
Map

Hours of operation: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday-Friday

Charitable Business Number: 107796393RR0001
Registered Name: Ongwanada Developmental Services