Relief Youth Counsellor, Lang House

at  Pine River Institute

As an employer, PRI endeavours to create an environment where staff can reach their full potential through ongoing learning. Our workplace strives to embrace individual differences, to recognize, appreciate, and respond to uniqueness, to encourage every member of our team to bring their whole self to work.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Police Clearance with Vulnerable Sector Check
• Demonstrated sound judgement, integrity, patience, commitment and a sense of humour
• Diploma or degree in relevant program
• Some experience and training with child and youth practices
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and professional
• Demonstrated commitment to personal growth and development
• Valid First Aid Certification & Level ‘C’ CPR
• Valid Driver’s License
  We offer competitive compensation and the opportunity to be part of an exciting and innovative program.
  Interested candidates should send resume and cover letter to Jess Bondy, Human Resources Manager, hr@pineriverinstitute.com or by Fax at 519-925-2405 or mail to Administration Office at 485289 County Rd 11 Unit 1, Shelburne ON L9V 3M8.
  We thank all candidates who apply. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
  In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Pine River Institute ensures that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free. If you require accommodation, please advise in advance of attending an interview

• Support all daily life skill routines (self care, cooking, cleaning, laundry, shopping, appointments etc)
• Coordination of student tasks within home environment (ie: chores, interior/exterior home upkeep, academic support)
• Facilitate/co-facilitate all therapeutic/life-skills programming
• Support youth in identifying and accessing community engagement opportunities (ie: job search/resume development, recreation clubs/programs)
• Support skill development in meal planning and preparation, budgeting, shopping
• Ensure the safety of students, both physically and emotionally
• Remaining awake during overnight shifts
• Participation in and facilitation of group meetings & discussions
• Support the development of student action plans
• Contribute, as part of a multi-disciplinary therapeutic team to evaluate student progress and support individual plan modifications, as required
• Help ensure goals of the program are fulfilled
• Manage and deescalate crisis situations that may arise at Lang House and/or with Lang House students in the community
• Provide written reports as required in a timely and comprehensive manner