The Group Home is a residential group home setting for boys and girls who have been experiencing difficulties with life at home and are in need of care and structured living which the group home is able to provide. The Residential Counsellor is to provide the support and care of these clients as well as their safety, health and well-being. It will be their responsibility to promote the best interest of the child and to provide for their protection. The Residential Counsellor reports to the Direct Services Supervisor.
Qualifications:
- Interest in working with children and youth. Experience with raising a family, working with children, or being a part of community life in small remote communities.
- Interest in learning recent skills. On-the-job training will be provided. Education/experience in social services or child welfare is an asset, but not required.
- Basic verbal and written communication skills and personal time management
- Ability to speak Oji-cree or Ojibway is an asset, but not required.
- Computer experience is an asset, but not required.
- Travel is a requirement.
- No remote work available.
- No relocation assistance available.