Residential Support Staff - Full Time Overnights

About the Role and Stonehenge Therapeutic Community:

Our Residential Support Staff provide support to clients attending our longer-term residential addiction treatment program in Guelph. Our approach to treatment is a group approach, based around peer support and mutual self-help. Our team contributes to our client's recovery journey by demonstrating positive and healthy behaviours (role modelling), engaging in supportive counselling, containment and crisis intervention, and participating alongside residents in community living activities (participating in mealtimes and outdoor recreation activities). This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in a career in social work or counselling to work in and learn about a unique model of treatment.

Hours of Work:

Overnights (10pm-8am)

Shifts are scheduled on a rotational basis and include working every second weekend. Some work required on statutory holidays.

Number of Vacancies: 5 positions available

Why Work for us:

Enhanced vacation entitlements for all staff

Longer shifts - shorter work week

Paid breaks

Health Benefits - no employee co-pay

Employee Assistance Plan + Wellness plan

Paid wellness days

Shift premiums for overnight staff (currently $5/hr)

Professional development opportunities

An opportunity to work in and learn about a specialized approach to substance use treatment and recovery

Role Responsibilities:

Supervise residents in daily activities

Provide mental health and crisis support

Monitor the treatment centre during overnights, in the absence of full-time staff

Interact with residents consistent with individual treatment needs and treatment plans

Lead and participate in programs

Administrative supports for residents

Perform light housekeeping chores including laundry, clean staff offices, etc.

Facilitate crisis intervention and supportive counseling/containment

Conduct bed checks

Provide peer mentorship and coaching to the team

Conduct/inform staff briefing in between shifts

Facilitate medication administration for residents and complete related documentation

Maintain professional boundaries and relationships

Make referrals to internal and/or external programs or services, as appropriate

Attend all mandatory training programs and team meetings

Complete required documentation such as the Communication Log, program notes and Incident Reports

Liaise and support Therapeutic Community staff

Prepare for and attend regularly scheduled clinical supervisions

Support planned and unplanned resident discharges

Qualifications:

College Diploma or University Degree relevant to mental health, addiction or Social Services

Minimum six months of progressive experience in addictions or mental health; experience in concurrent disorders or trauma informed practice an asset

Previous experience in residential treatment an asset

Previous experience with justice-involved individuals an asset

Food Handlers Certification is an asset

Lived experience related to addictions and/or mental health an asset

Valid G Driver’s License held for a minimum of 3 years (G2 or greater) and Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record

Vulnerable Sector Check required pre-employment

CSC Clearance conducted by PWGS Canada

Standard First Aid/CPR Level C

Reliable vehicle/own transportation – not on a bus route

Applications will be accepted until October 2, 2026 at 4pm.

We look forward to meeting you!

STC accommodates the needs of applicants throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the (AODA) and Human Rights legislation. Should you require, accommodation can be made at any point, upon request.

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community recognizes that diversity strengthens our community. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. We believe in equitable opportunities for all and encourage cultural diversity as part of the recruitment and selection processes. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to enrich our collective growth and learning.