Apply By: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 11:59 pm EDTStudent Support Counsellor - Lodging program for students who are deafProvincial and Demonstration Schools BranchCity:MiltonPosition(s) language:Job term:2 Temporary Seasonal positions (September to June recurring)Job code:50466 - Residence Counsellor 2$28.58 - $31.44 Per hour**Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.Competition # PDSB26-112This position will require you to have the ability to communicate in American Sign Language (ASL) and work afternoon, evening and up night (overnight) shifts at the Ernest C. Drury student lodging program in MiltonThe Ernest C. Drury School for the Deaf is a community-based bilingual/bicultural School for the Deaf, under the Ministry of Education, Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch with the tradition and reputation for meeting the academic, language, cultural and social needs of Deaf or Hard of Hearing children.The student lodging program is an extension of the school program for students who do not live close enough to access daily transportation.Academic and student lodging programs support each other in the provision of a comprehensive curriculum. The school principal and student support manager work together toward a successful experience for all students. Learning continues after the daily academic program in student lodging programs that promote:Language & communicationLife skillsSocial skillsIndependenceStudent lodging staff are invested in facilitating every student's growth and independence. Do you want to make a difference in the lives of students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing? Do you have a background in child development, experience in a child care related field and can you communicate fluently in American Sign Language (ASL). If so, this career opportunity with the Ministry of Education,



Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch may be of interest to you.About the jobProvide supervision, guidance, intervention and instruction for deaf students in planned and organized programs in a student lodging setting; Plan, organizeand implement customized individual and group programs designed to meet the personal, emotional and developmental needs of Deaf students using a multi-disciplinary approach; Supervise, guide and instruct Deaf student lodging students; Provide sound physical care and maintain a protected/secure environment for Deaf students.Willingness and availability to work afternoon, evening and up night (overnight) shifts.Mandatory requirementsCollege certification from a recognized educational facility and/or equivalent training, education and working experience in a child related field.Current First Aid, CPR and Crisis Prevention Intervention and/or Behaviour Management Training or equivalent.Skills and Qualificationsexperience working with students who are deaf; demonstrated ability to facilitate effective social/recreational/leisure programs geared to meet the needs of deaf students; knowledge of relevant legislation/policies/procedures/guidelines/practices that address student care and safety; excellent communications skills to communicate effectively with students, parents,



staff and other professionals in English and American Sign Language (ASL); sound judgmentand problem solving skills; ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team; willingness and ability to work shifts and on-call hours as required.How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibilityWe are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:diversity, equity and inclusion initiativesaccessibilityAnti-Racism Policy2 English Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 10 months, 255 Ontario St S, Milton, Central Region, Vulnerable Sector CheckAbout security checks:A criminal or other federal offence recorddoes not automatically disqualify youfrom the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities. If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in. Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them strictly confidential.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 1.0 Term Student Support Counsellor - $28.6 - $31.4 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Limestone District School Board
📍 Winnipeg