88-25 RPT Counsellor ABI

Pathways Posting: 88-25E                Job Title: RPT Counsellor ABI

Location: Renfrew                               Search Area: Open

Wage Rate: $30.30 – 31.29 per hour (note: the above hourly rate includes negotiated rate and permanent compensation enhancement).

# Required: Three (3)                       

Come join us and help to support people in living their best lives.

Schedule: Variable schedule, guaranteed between forty-eight (48) and seventy (70) hours each pay period.  Schedules may vary each pay period and employees will be provided with their schedule at least six (6) weeks in advance.                     

Pathways to Independence requires three (3) Regular Part Time Counsellors to provide assisted living support for adults with an Acquired Brain Injury.

Under the direction of the Client Services Manager, the Counsellor plans and facilitates the implementation of flexible and responsive supports to adults living with a brain injury in accordance with their Quality-of-Life plan (QLP). Working in collaboration with the person’s support team, the Counsellor guides and coaches the supported person to build personal and community living skills based on their unique interests, plans, abilities, rights and goals. The Counsellor ensures that established strategies and behaviour management programs are implemented and that the supported person’s services promote their rights, choice, self-determination and independence. 

The successful candidate must have the following skills/qualifications:

• A post-secondary diploma or degree from a human services field and specialized education in brain injury, disability studies, cognitive rehabilitation, behaviour management, social work, or psychology.
• Proof of completion of an approved Pharmacology Course
• Current First Aid and CPR.
• Valid G class driver’s license.

Ideal candidates will also have experience and abilities aligned with the key responsibilities for these positions, which includes:

• Provide effective services and supports to supported persons.
• Manage and maintain accurate client information and documentation.
• Participate and ensure a positive team environment.
• Ability to resolve conflicts and solve problems in a professional manner.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Must be computer literate with proficiency in electronic mail and other computer-based tools.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to advocate on behalf of the client.
• Demonstrate a person-centered philosophy and commitment to agency vision, mission and guiding principles.
• Regular attendance is a requirement of this position.
• Experience working with adults with a brain injury in a community based, group living or independent living environment.

The successful candidate must be able to perform the job duties as outlined in the job description.  All employees at Pathways will be responsible for a commitment to safety. Shifts are typically 12 hours long and include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. May work with clients who have aggressive behavior.

If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, we welcome you to submit a cover letter and resume, highlighting any training, education, qualifications and experiences relevant to this position.

Please note that candidates will only be selected for interviews based on an evaluation of the information provided in their cover letter and resume only.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act, personal information is collected and will only be used for the purpose of candidate selection. Pathways is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise Human Resources of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.