The Salvation Army
Full Time Residential Counsellor without Prime
The Salvation Army, Broadview Heights, Ohio, United States, 44147
Who We Are
For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description RESPONSIBILITIES:
A PROGRAM
Know and respond to safety and health care needs of residents
Act as a role model for all residents as reflected by appearance, behavior and attitude
Provide support for residents’ personal development as decided through individual support planning (ISP)
Advocating on residents’ behalf/facilitating self-advocacy to community supports in collaboration with colleagues and other healthcare professionals
Ensuring learning opportunities are provided utilizing agency and community resources
Fostering independence in residents including supervising and assisting residents with meal preparation and clean-up and other daily living skills
Administer medication as prescribed and according to policies and procedures
Support resident involvement in leisure activities (Christian education, bowling, special events, etc.)
Complete/maintain resident records, shift reports and update communication book
Follow and promote the agency’s and site program goals and philosophy
Track, compile, analyze and make recommendations based on resident data
B HOUSEHOLD ORGANIZATION Adhere to site menu plan and food restrictions; ensure the general site appearance is clean and tidy before the shift is completed; maintain and account for use of site and resident monies, TTC tokens, taxi chits and household supplies, etc.; complete daily household routines as required (cooking, groceries, laundry and cleaning, etc.).
C HEALTH & SAFETY
Comply with the provisions of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and regulations
Adhere to agency’s Health & Safety policies and program
Complete daily walkthroughs/inspections of site as assigned
Report/complete and forward maintenance requisition forms to main office
Report accidents/injuries/workplace hazards in a timely manner
Responsible use of agency’s vehicles, equipment and property
Follow the principles of nonviolent crisis intervention philosophy
PHYSICAL EFFORT/DEXTERITY REQUIRED The performance of the job requires bending/twisting/lifting of 50 lbs., considerable walking, standing, writing; computer work, and housekeeping.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The incumbent’s work environment is typically in a group home facility.
Exposure to hazards
Physical attacks by others (i.e., being attacked by a resident)
Exposure to infectious diseases
Exposure to toxic chemicals
Sharp objects
Exposure to bodily fluids
Other dangerous situations
Precautionary Measures
Universal Precautions
WHMIS Training
First Aid/CPR certification
Police/Criminal Reference Check – Vulnerable Sector Screening
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification
D ORGANIZATIONAL Adhere to standards, policies, procedures, values and philosophy of The Salvation Army and Broadview Village. Maintain effective communication. Participate in meetings and staff development training at discretion of Manager and Administration. Make suggestions to improve efficiency, working conditions or procedures, as applicable. Represent the organization in a professional manner. Other duties as assigned.
Note: The position of Residential Counsellor may also encompass the designation of Counsellor-In-Charge (CIC) as described below. Designation: Counsellor-in-Charge (C.I.C.) The C.I.C. oversees program needs in the absence of the Residential Manager.
A SHIFT Direct, delegate, coordinate, organize and ensure the completion of shift responsibilities. Ensure relevant information is communicated. In the event of staffing shortage, C.I.C. is responsible for the coverage of the succeeding shift until back-up staff can arrive. Ensure shift reports and program data are completed and incident reports are completed and forwarded to main office. Ensure emergency procedures are followed.
Compensation The target hiring range for this position is $23.67 to $25.78 with a maximum of $27.88. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.
Accommodation The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email
Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca
if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
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Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description RESPONSIBILITIES:
A PROGRAM
Know and respond to safety and health care needs of residents
Act as a role model for all residents as reflected by appearance, behavior and attitude
Provide support for residents’ personal development as decided through individual support planning (ISP)
Advocating on residents’ behalf/facilitating self-advocacy to community supports in collaboration with colleagues and other healthcare professionals
Ensuring learning opportunities are provided utilizing agency and community resources
Fostering independence in residents including supervising and assisting residents with meal preparation and clean-up and other daily living skills
Administer medication as prescribed and according to policies and procedures
Support resident involvement in leisure activities (Christian education, bowling, special events, etc.)
Complete/maintain resident records, shift reports and update communication book
Follow and promote the agency’s and site program goals and philosophy
Track, compile, analyze and make recommendations based on resident data
B HOUSEHOLD ORGANIZATION Adhere to site menu plan and food restrictions; ensure the general site appearance is clean and tidy before the shift is completed; maintain and account for use of site and resident monies, TTC tokens, taxi chits and household supplies, etc.; complete daily household routines as required (cooking, groceries, laundry and cleaning, etc.).
C HEALTH & SAFETY
Comply with the provisions of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and regulations
Adhere to agency’s Health & Safety policies and program
Complete daily walkthroughs/inspections of site as assigned
Report/complete and forward maintenance requisition forms to main office
Report accidents/injuries/workplace hazards in a timely manner
Responsible use of agency’s vehicles, equipment and property
Follow the principles of nonviolent crisis intervention philosophy
PHYSICAL EFFORT/DEXTERITY REQUIRED The performance of the job requires bending/twisting/lifting of 50 lbs., considerable walking, standing, writing; computer work, and housekeeping.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The incumbent’s work environment is typically in a group home facility.
Exposure to hazards
Physical attacks by others (i.e., being attacked by a resident)
Exposure to infectious diseases
Exposure to toxic chemicals
Sharp objects
Exposure to bodily fluids
Other dangerous situations
Precautionary Measures
Universal Precautions
WHMIS Training
First Aid/CPR certification
Police/Criminal Reference Check – Vulnerable Sector Screening
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification
D ORGANIZATIONAL Adhere to standards, policies, procedures, values and philosophy of The Salvation Army and Broadview Village. Maintain effective communication. Participate in meetings and staff development training at discretion of Manager and Administration. Make suggestions to improve efficiency, working conditions or procedures, as applicable. Represent the organization in a professional manner. Other duties as assigned.
Note: The position of Residential Counsellor may also encompass the designation of Counsellor-In-Charge (CIC) as described below. Designation: Counsellor-in-Charge (C.I.C.) The C.I.C. oversees program needs in the absence of the Residential Manager.
A SHIFT Direct, delegate, coordinate, organize and ensure the completion of shift responsibilities. Ensure relevant information is communicated. In the event of staffing shortage, C.I.C. is responsible for the coverage of the succeeding shift until back-up staff can arrive. Ensure shift reports and program data are completed and incident reports are completed and forwarded to main office. Ensure emergency procedures are followed.
Compensation The target hiring range for this position is $23.67 to $25.78 with a maximum of $27.88. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.
Accommodation The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email
Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca
if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
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