Residential Counselor

**Job Title:** Casual Residential Counsellor **Organization: Highland Community Residential Services** **Location:** 115 MacLean Street, 2nd Floor Bridgeview Square, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, B2H 4M5 **Start Date:** Immediately **Salary:** $22.09 - $23.09 per hour **Responsibilities:** · **Position involves personal care, dealing with physical, mental and behavioral needs as well as at risk community behaviors. All positions involve shift work.** **Skills & Qualifications:** · Grade 12 or GED · Relevant Community College Diploma or equivalent: plus, training in CPR/First Aid, MANDT, Medication Administration, Non-Aversive Behavior Therapy and Individual Programming · Demonstrated ability to develop, implement and evaluate ISP · Proven organizational ability and ability to work both independently and in a team · Efficient and Effective communication skills · A valid driver’s license, Current Driver's Abstract, proof of $2,000.000.00 General Liability insurance, Clear Criminal Record Check, Clear Child Abuse Registry Check and access to transportation · Must have values and skills compatible with HCRS and the individuals that HCRS supports · ***Training will be provided*** * ***Experience with Complex Needs Individuals is an Asset*** * ***Confirmation of first two primary series Covid 19 vaccinations is required*** **How to apply:** If interested please email your cover letter and resume to: info@hcrsweb.ca ATTN: Cindy DeCoste, Director of Operations Please visit our website at www.hcrsweb.ca to find out more about us. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Job Type: Casual Pay: $22.09-$23.09 per hour Benefits: * Casual dress * Employee assistance program Ability to commute/relocate: * New Glasgow, NS B2H 4M5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Application question(s): * Do you have the first two Covid-19 vaccinations in the primary series? * Do you have a current Driver's Abstract? Education: * Secondary School (required) Experience: * supportive care: 1 year (preferred) Language: * English (required) Licence/Certification: * Driving Licence (required) * Proof of Insurance with $2,000,000.00 General Liability (required) Work Location: In person