Canadian Hearing Services (CHS) has an opening for a Hearing Care Counsellor based in Barrie. Reporting to the Program Manager, the Hearing Care Counsellor will be responsible for providing individual counselling, support, and case management for eligible Hearing Care Counselling (HCC) clients (age 55 and up and hard of hearing or deaf). This will be a full time, 1-year contract position, working Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – This posting is due to a maternity leave.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in the Social Services field along with 3-5 years’ counselling experience with the elderly. Proficiency in French or another second language is an asset. You also have proven knowledge of and experience in the hearing loss field including evaluating hearing loss utilizing audio scope and audiometer testing devices as well as providing general instruction to clients in the use, care, and maintenance of hearing aids and assistive listening devices.

You have excellent administrative, communication, and interpersonal skills including liaising and consulting with other counsellors, agencies, and services to promote the independence and empowerment of clients with acquired hearing loss, so as to enhance daily functioning,



safety and social access. A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle are required for this role, as travel within the service area may be required. Building on its 86-year history following a remarkable and ambitious turnaround, CHS is a modern, progressive and professional organization well-positioned for growth both nationally and internationally.

In 2021, CHS achieved Accreditation with Exemplary Standing from Accreditation Canada making it the first national organization serving Deaf and hard of hearing Canadians to earn this distinction. CHS requires you to be legally eligible for employment in Canada (Proof of legal ability to work in Canada will be required if a contingent offer of employment is made.) COVID-19 considerations: Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code. ~ In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), CHS will provide accommodation, accessible formats and communication supports for the interview upon request.

📌 Full Time Counsellor (Barrie)
🏢 Canadian Hearing Services
📍 Barrie