Support children and youth as a Residential Counsellor in a structured group home setting, with responsibility for safety, health, and well-being.
Reporting to the Direct Services Supervisor, the Residential Counsellor provides care to boys and girls experiencing difficulties at home. The position promotes each child's best interests and protection within residential living. On-the-job training supports learning new skills, while social services or child welfare experience is an asset.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide support and care to group home clients
- Promote children's best interests and protection
- Support clients' safety, health, and well-being
- Provide care within a structured residential setting
Requirements:
- Interest in working with children and youth
- Basic verbal and written communication skills
- Personal time management abilities
- Interest in learning new skills through training
- Willingness to travel; no remote work available
Bring care, communication, and time management skills to residential support focused on children's safety, health, and protection.
Residential Counsellor Child Welfare in Alton employer: Tikinagan Child & Family Services
Tikinagan is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Child Care Workers. With a strong emphasis on community engagement and cultural understanding, employees benefit from ongoing training opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families in remote Indigenous communities. The collaborative work culture encourages personal growth and values the unique perspectives of all team members, making it a rewarding place to build a career.
Contact Details:
Tikinagan Child & Family Services Recruitment Team
