Internal - Temporary 15 Months - FT Night Awake Counsellor - June 26 - July 8

Community Living Sarnia-Lambton•Sarnia, ON

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an internal job posting for a temporary 15-month Full-time Night Awake Counsellor position within the Residential Services program area. The successful candidate will be assigned to Euphemia but may be reassigned to another location. The role involves providing overnight awake support, assisting in implementing personal life plans and behaviour support plans, and promoting resident independence and well-being. Responsibilities include facilitating creative supports, assisting with communication, maintaining documentation, modelling for team members, advocating for residents, ensuring a safe environment, and taking appropriate action in emergencies. The position requires a positive attitude, resilience, collaboration, flexibility, and knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Requirements

For some homes, demonstrated knowledge, skills, and/or aptitude in supporting residents who have a dual diagnosis and/or who exhibit expressive behaviors.
For some homes, knowledge, skills, and/or aptitude in supporting residents who are physically or sensory challenged, medically fragile, or technically dependent.
Demonstrated initiative and ability in undertaking the above.
Demonstrated creative thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Demonstrated positive attitude towards the above, as well as being a positive ambassador of CLSL and within the community.
Demonstrated resilience in performing and prioritizing intense job demands.
Demonstrated excellence in collaboration and teamwork skills.
Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to work various scheduled hours and assigned duties.
Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new software quickly.
Demonstrated competency in verbal and written communication.
Demonstrated understanding of adherence to and valuing of CLSL policies, procedures, performance standards, and confidentiality requirements.
Current Standard First Aid and C.P.R. certificate.
Safe Management Certification.

Nice To Haves

Preferred education in developmental disabilities or human services (e.g. SSW, CYW, ECE, FSW, PSW).
Medical education or nursing background preferred.
Preferred minimum of one to two years’ experience in various support settings with proven ability to support persons who have autism, developmental disability, dual diagnosis, physical and sensory challenges, or who are medically fragile or technically dependent.

Responsibilities

Provide overnight awake support for residents, which can include day or evening awake hours or night sleep shifts, as per Article 14.02 (i)(d) of the Collective Agreement.
Assist in implementing personal life plans and/or respective complex needs support plans and/or behaviour support plans.
Provision of creative supports and activities that enhance daily living, self-care, and interpersonal skills and promote social, leisure, and community participation.
Promote independence, self-esteem, and self-confidence of residents.
Assist with communication and follow up with family, consultants, medical personnel, support teams, etc.
Promote the involvement of family, volunteers, and natural support for residents.
Thorough and consistent completion and follow-up of data collection, documentation, and record maintenance to comply with all CLSL, legislative, and regulatory requirements, as assigned.
Modelling for/provision of guidance for new and existing team members, student placements, and volunteers.
Advocating for personal rights, dignity, well-being, and protection from harm to residents, and report infractions in accordance with policy.
Assist in providing a healthy, clean, safe, and home-like environment for all residents, staff, and visitors.
Assist in taking appropriate action in the event of illness, injury, or critical situations.
Be respectful and considerate of others to create a positive work and support environment.