Residential Secondary - PT Counsellor
About the role
OPSEU
Job Title: Residential Secondary - PT Counsellor
Status: Regular Part Time
Department: Residential - McKay
Program: Durham Mental Health Services
Days, Evenings, Weekends - 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Durham Mental Health Services
Wage Schedule: $25.560 - $27.250 per hour
OPSEU: 2500002165
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide support to residents within our Housing Program.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Diploma or degree from an accredited College or University in the Human Services field.
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One year of related work experience.
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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.
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Knowledge of mental health, addiction and sexual abuse issues.
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Basic knowledge of the major mental illnesses, and an understanding of the Mental Health Act, confidentiality, and the principles of client centred service delivery.
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Knowledge of the principles of life skills training, focused problem solving and intervention strategies.
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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;
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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 for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.
About Lakeridge Health
Lakeridge Health is one of Ontario’s largest community hospitals, serving people across Durham Region and beyond. We are part of our community and it shows in the care we provide – because the people coming through our doors are our neighbours, family and friends.
With five hospitals, four emergency departments, three critical care units, a longterm care home, a full range of medical and surgical specialties, more than 20 community health-care locations and a state-of-the-art surgical centre within the soon-to-open Jerry Coughlan Health & Wellness Centre, Lakeridge Health offers some of the broadest and most comprehensive acute care, ambulatory care, and long-term care services in Ontario.
Lakeridge Health is also home to several regional specialty centres and services, including the Central East Regional Cancer Program, R.S. McLaughlin Durham Regional Cancer Centre, The Shoulder Centre, and eye care and chronic kidney disease services. Additionally, we are proud to serve our community with a full suite of inpatient, ambulatory, and community-based mental health and addictions services, and provide safe, high-quality, compassionate care in our state-of-the-art long-term care home, Lakeridge Gardens.
Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of more than 8,700 staff, physicians, and amazing volunteers, Lakeridge Health is working in collaboration with its Durham Ontario Health Team, primary care, and community and government partners to foster a truly integrated, regional system of care. Together, we are focused on empowering people to live their best health and fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable environment for all.
The Lakeridge Health Education and Research Network is attracting new research talent and is now a satellite campus for the Queen’s University Family Medicine Program. And our Whitby site is a national leader in adopting a nurse-practitioner led model of care.
Residential Secondary - PT Counsellor
About the role
OPSEU
Job Title: Residential Secondary - PT Counsellor
Status: Regular Part Time
Department: Residential - McKay
Program: Durham Mental Health Services
Days, Evenings, Weekends - 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Durham Mental Health Services
Wage Schedule: $25.560 - $27.250 per hour
OPSEU: 2500002165
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 for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.
About Lakeridge Health
Lakeridge Health is one of Ontario’s largest community hospitals, serving people across Durham Region and beyond. We are part of our community and it shows in the care we provide – because the people coming through our doors are our neighbours, family and friends.
With five hospitals, four emergency departments, three critical care units, a longterm care home, a full range of medical and surgical specialties, more than 20 community health-care locations and a state-of-the-art surgical centre within the soon-to-open Jerry Coughlan Health & Wellness Centre, Lakeridge Health offers some of the broadest and most comprehensive acute care, ambulatory care, and long-term care services in Ontario.
Lakeridge Health is also home to several regional specialty centres and services, including the Central East Regional Cancer Program, R.S. McLaughlin Durham Regional Cancer Centre, The Shoulder Centre, and eye care and chronic kidney disease services. Additionally, we are proud to serve our community with a full suite of inpatient, ambulatory, and community-based mental health and addictions services, and provide safe, high-quality, compassionate care in our state-of-the-art long-term care home, Lakeridge Gardens.
Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of more than 8,700 staff, physicians, and amazing volunteers, Lakeridge Health is working in collaboration with its Durham Ontario Health Team, primary care, and community and government partners to foster a truly integrated, regional system of care. Together, we are focused on empowering people to live their best health and fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable environment for all.
The Lakeridge Health Education and Research Network is attracting new research talent and is now a satellite campus for the Queen’s University Family Medicine Program. And our Whitby site is a national leader in adopting a nurse-practitioner led model of care.