Position Details
Position : Temporary Full Time Residential Counsellor
Location : Community Setting
Dates of Vacancy : February 23, 2026 – October 11, 2026
Hours of Work : 80 hours per pay guarantee
Wage : Hourly – Start : $30.63, 6 Months : $31.17, One Year : $31.63
Reason for Vacancy : Replaced Employee
Duties
- Promotes and models “person served first” organizational focus.
- Supports with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, grooming, meal preparation, use of leisure time and safety issues where appropriate.
- Monitors, prepares and administers medications as prescribed.
- Plans, develops, implements, and monitors Support Plans and Behavioural Support Plans.
- Promotes skills development in persons served whenever possible.
- Participates in home‑related duties as required (e.g., cooking, cleaning, laundry, etc.).
- Drives persons served to day programs, appointments, activities, etc. using Ongwanada vehicles.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Skills & Knowledge Required
Graduate of a community college or university in a related field (e.g., Developmental Service Worker, Behavioral Science Technologist, BA Psychology, Registered Nurse, or equivalent).Current certificates in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid, and Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention training.Successful completion of an Ongwanada‑recognized pharmacology course.Valid Class G driving license with full driving privilege and successful completion of an Ongwanada‑recognized Defensive Driving Course.Excellent interpersonal skills, good oral and written communication skills, and sound judgment.Ability to meet the physical demands of the job and to work shifts.Application Instructions
Submit a Cover Letter and Resume quoting file number OP-25-411 by 4 pm on the closing date to :
Human Resources Specialist
Ongwanada
191 Portsmouth Avenue
Kingston, ON K7M 8A6
Fax (613) 548‑8135
Email : careers@ongwanada.com
For the complete position description please contact careers@ongwanada.com.
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