For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges.

We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship.

The Salvation

Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. Shifts include a paid meal break where applicable.

Shifts can include the following: days, afternoons, evenings, overnights, and weekends.

Residential Counsellor Role The Residential

Counsellor will plan and implement individualized, goal-centered programs for adults with developmental disabilities within all Lawson Ministries Programs.

The Residential

Counselor will promote greater independence and strive towards the highest quality of living possible. Promote an workplace and programming that is supportive and nurturing. Ensure that the Service User’s physical needs (food, clothing, shelter) are well met.

This includes cleaning of the home, as well as participation in and co-ordination of meal preparations and the provision of personal needs care as required. Assist the Service Users in meeting their emotional and psychological needs. Being involved in the planning, implementation and evaluation of Person-directed treatment/rehabilitation plans in conjunction with Service Users, team members, other staff and professionals, as well as the evaluation of such plans.

To have working knowledge of the application and maintenance of person directed plans along with policy and procedures within the Salvation Army for each person in your specific program. To support the efforts made to meet Service Users’ spiritual needs by way of demonstrated interest and participation in programming activities where necessary.



Working co-operatively with residential and when necessary day program team members in providing co-ordinated and consistent approaches to Service Users.

To endeavour to develop strong therapeutic relationships with Service Users and their families. Ensure the proper and accurate recording of all daily logs, shift reports, incident reports, etc. using the AIMS software. Responsible for maintaining accurate filings of assigned Service User hard copy and electronic documentation.

Ensure the general upkeep, cleanliness and maintenance of residence and main office. Responsible to assist with any type of Service User emergencies that may arise during the shift. Responsible for transportation of Service Users to and from specific destinations as required.

Demonstrate an understanding of the psychological and social dynamics of working with persons who have a developmental diagnosis and behavioural needs.

Community

Partners. Managerial/Technical Responsibilities Financial and Material Management Uses or maintains organization assets in accordance with established guidelines. Assisting in the financial planning for assigned Service User’s personal funds.

Assists Service

Users in management of their own personal funds. Working environment is in the Service Users’ homes in the community, the office, or as assigned all in generally agreeable conditions. Locations may vary within the Lawson Ministries community settings; this will be determined by the Program Director/Supervisor and is based on the needs of the Service Users.

Education, Experience, Qualifications, Certifications, Skills Education, Qualifications and Certifications: Completion of an accredited post-secondary/college program of two academic years: Developmental Social Worker Diploma or equivalent in Human Services field.

Current First





Aid & Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation with Defibrillation training required or willingness to obtain upon hiring. Provide an original copy of Criminal Records Check (CRC) with vulnerable sector screening secured through either the national Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) or through a local police detachment; A minimum of two (2) years of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities and vulnerable populations.

Experience supporting people with behavior challenges. Work collaboratively with individuals, their families, and other community agencies to provide behaviour management and skill development for individuals with complex behaviour and support needs.

Implement Behaviour Support

Plans and Applied Behaviour Analytic (ABA) programming to reduce risk-behaviour and support skill development for individuals with complex needs. Medication administration training and experience is an asset. Lift and transfer training and experience an asset.

Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered. Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

Our employees are motivated by the fulfillment and meaning they experience as they serve people in need across Canada and Bermuda. Whether at the front-lines or in a support role, as part of our team you’ll work alongside a diverse and skilled group of purpose-driven professionals, empowered to provide exceptional service. We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental benefits, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP's, as well as to expand our skills and advance our careers as together we build a culture of continuous learning and growth.

📌 Residential Counsellor, Behaviour Specialist - Hwy 56 Location (Canada)
🏢 The Salvation Army International
📍 Canada