August 22, 2025

Internal Posting #250806

COUNSELLOR 1 – Rimmer House (position 1)
PERMANENT, FULL TIME – 72 hours bi-weekly

This position is expected to begin on or about Sunday,  September 21, 2025 .

Required Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in social services from a recognized Ontario College.
• Experience working in the mental health or developmental services field with case management responsibility.
• A mature and conscientious individual who is creative, flexible and able to lead a team in developing and implementing personal plans in accordance with the individual’s needs and desires as well as maximizing the integration of residents into the community.
• Proven ability to coordinate the administration of several simultaneous projects including residential services, community relations and special services for people with disabilities (developmental, behavioural, psychiatric, physical and/or medical) would be an asset.
• Tact, diplomacy and initiative suitable to deal with management, co-workers, families and professionals is essential to ensure continuity and effective teamwork.
• Pharmacology course from a recognized Ontario College or equivalent.
• CPR, First Aid, Nonviolent Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) training.
• Valid G driver’s license, driver’s abstract and regular access to a vehicle and appropriate insurance.

Hourly Rate: per CUPE Collective Agreement (Union position)

Deadline for applications: Friday, August 29, 2025 at NOON.

Please forward cover letter quoting posting #250806 to:
Tayside Community Options
P.O. Box 707
Perth, ON K7H 3K5
Fax: 613-264-1930
Email: tayside@tayside.ca (Confirm receipt with the office)

Posted: Friday, August 22, 2025

Tayside Community Options is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please let us know of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be kept confidential.