JOB DETAILSPosted Oct 23, 2026
Residential Counsellor - Group Home
Cumberland Community Homes Ltd.
Oxford (NS)
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- Location
- Oxford (NS)
- Salary
- $21.93 to $26.84 hourly (to be negotiated)
Full job description
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
1 to less than 7 months
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
- Group home
- Work in employer's/client's home
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Housekeeping activities
- Food preparation
- Resolve conflict situations
- Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses
- Assist clients/guests with special needs
- Accompany clients to appointments and social outings
Supervision
- 1 to 2 people
- 3-4 people
Additional information
Security and safety
- Criminal record check
- Child Abuse Registry check
- Driver's validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Ability to work independently
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Interpersonal awareness
- Judgement
- Values and ethics
- Client focus
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Initiative
- Team player
- Organized
Benefits
Financial benefits
- Mileage paid
Other benefits
- Other benefits