Vacancy Detail

OPSEU


Job Title: Residential Secondary - PT Counsellor
Status: Regular Part Time
Department: Residential - Kent
Program: Durham Mental Health Services
Days and Evenings - 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Durham Mental Health Services
Wage Schedule: $25.560 - $27.250 per hour
OPSEU: 2500000604

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide support to residents within our Housing Program.

QUALIFICATIONS

* Diploma or degree from an accredited College or University in the Human Services field.
* One year of related work experience.
* This position requires the successful candidate to have a valid driver's licence and use of a vehicle to transport clients. The successful candidate will be required to provide proof a valid driver's licence and 1 million dollar liability coverage upon hire.
* Knowledge of mental health, addiction and sexual abuse issues.
* Basic knowledge of the major mental illnesses, and an understanding of the Mental Health Act, confidentiality, and the principles of client centred service delivery.
* Knowledge of the principles of life skills training, focused problem solving and intervention strategies.
* Provide support to residents, modeling a positive attitude, utilizing affirmation and encouragement while integrating recovery concepts and client empowerment.
* Provide education on a variety of issues relevant to the client group. Provide life skills training, conflict resolution, and advocacy.
* Demonstrated reliability (attendance and punctuality), communication skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as a team member.
* Must demonstrate a strong professional manner in dealing with clients, staff, families, and the public while being open, friendly, approachable, accepting and understanding.
* Strong attention to detail and confidentiality. Ability to work well under pressure.
* Must possess well developed client boundaries, communication, organizational, time management and coordination skills.
* Functional knowledge of crisis intervention and assessment techniques required.
* Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
* Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) . Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID 19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.