Residential Counselor: Empower Independence & Care

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory is seeking a Residential Counsellor to support adults with developmental disabilities in Lawson Ministries programs. The role offers varied shifts and requires compassionate, person-centered care in community settings around Hamilton, Ontario.

You will plan individual programs, help with daily living, document care, and coordinate transportation while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to professional ethics.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience with adults with developmental disabilities.
• Valid First Aid and CPI or willingness to obtain.
• CRC with vulnerable sector screening required.
• Ontario G license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement individualized, goal-centered programs.
• Promote independence and high quality of living.
• Maintain daily logs, shift reports, and incident reports.
• Administer and document medications as trained.
• Transport Service Users to destinations as required.
• Collaborate with staff and professionals on treatment plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Integrity

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Education

Developmental Social Worker Diploma

First Aid & CPR with Defibrillation

CPI Certification

Criminal Records Check (CRC)

Ontario G driver's license

Job description

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory is seeking a Residential Counsellor to support adults with developmental disabilities in Lawson Ministries programs. The role offers varied shifts and requires compassionate, person-centered care in community settings around Hamilton, Ontario.

You will plan individual programs, help with daily living, document care, and coordinate transportation while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to professional ethics.