Skilled Labour | Vocational Counsellor - FT

Position Title: Vocational Counsellor

Program /Team: OPTIONS

Position Type: Permanent Full-Time and Temporary Full-Time (up to 6 months)

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: $27.54 per hour – Grid 11, Step 1

Location: Various Locations, Victoria

About the Department - Learning and Employment Programs

The Learning and Employment Team is committed to helping individuals find purpose and fulfillment through a variety of programs, including ArtWorks, Employment Services, Personalized Support Initiative (PSI), OPTIONS, and Lifestreams Learning, all designed to support learning, social development, and personalized assistance for maximizing independence and inclusion.

About the Program - OPTIONS

OPTIONS Independent Learning, in partnership with Garth Homer’s LifeStreams Learning and Employment Services, supports individuals in pursuing employment and lifelong learning. Programs are tailored to each participant and follow a flexible four-month semester system, allowing for ongoing skill development and exploration of new interests. Learning includes both community-based activities and in-house supports like therapy, tutoring, and personal projects. We also promote volunteering to build independence and foster personal growth.

Required qualifications includes the following:

• A diploma in a related human/social service field or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• One-year recent experience in the provision of vocational/employment skill development for adults with DD
• Experience and knowledge in the area of behaviour management and/or Crisis Intervention including Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training
• This position requires a Valid First Aid Certificate.
• The successful candidate must have a BC Class 5 driving license and be able to drive a small SUV/van size vehicle. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate candidates with international driving licenses.

Other Skills and Abilities:

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated individual to support adults with developmental disabilities in a community-based setting. This role includes facilitating life skills activities, supporting goal-setting and volunteer placements, and building strong, positive relationships with clients. The ideal candidate has experience in non-aversive behavior support, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of inclusive employment practices. Join our team and help make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

About Garth Homer Society

The Garth Homer Society provides a range of person-centered services that support adults with developmental disabilities in leading fulfilling lives. Established in the 1960s by families seeking better opportunities for their loved ones, the organization has grown into a leader in disability services. Today, GHS offers day programs, employment support, residential services, and specialized care, adapting to the diverse and evolving needs of those it serves.

Before you apply for this position, you must meet the eligibility requirements. To be eligible to work in Canada, you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or authorized in writing to work in Canada under the federal Immigration Act. Eligibility to work in Canada is granted through citizenship, permanent resident status, or a work permit.

The Garth Homer Society is devoted to establishing a workplace that embraces diversity. Our inclusive hiring practices aim to offer equal opportunities to minorities, encompassing women, Indigenous individuals, people with disabilities, members of visible minorities and LGBTQIA2S+ applicants.