Community Employment & Volunteer Opportunities
The School of Social Work often receives requests from organizations and individuals to post employment and volunteer opportunities. We do not have the capacity to screen these opportunities. In posting them on our web page, we are not endorsing the employers or positions. We encourage anyone applying for a position to complete their due diligence in assessing the appropriateness of the opportunity.
- Residential Counsellor, Ottawa Foyers Partage
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Ottawa Foyers Partage is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing safe, stable residential living and meaningful opportunities to participate in leisure, recreation, volunteering, learning, and employment.
This Residential Counsellor position involves providing compassionate, person-centred support that addresses residents’ physical, emotional, mental, spiritual, medical, and daily living needs. Residential Counsellors work collaboratively to promote independence, dignity, and the highest possible quality of life, while fostering a safe, welcoming, and family-like home environment.
Pay: CA$30.46 – CA$32.67 per hourKey Responsibilities
- Provide daily support and personal care tailored to individual needs
- Promote independence, choice, and community participation
- Support residents in achieving personal goals and maximizing their potential
- Administer medications and follow care plans and Behavioural Support Plans
- Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and records
- Collaborate with clinical professionals and external support teams
- Ensure a safe, respectful, and inclusive living environment
Job Requirements
- Experience supporting individuals with multiple disabilities
- Clear Police Records Check (Vulnerable Sector)
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification
- Fluency in English (spoken and written)
- Valid Ontario Driver’s License and ability to be insured
The Successful Candidate Will Have:
- Experience providing personal care to individuals with developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and/or dual diagnoses
- Effective conflict-resolution, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Comfort using technology for documentation, reporting, scheduling, and communication systems
Application question: Are you available to work every second weekend?
Experience: Person-Centred Care Support: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
- Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
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Social Work Recruitment Invitation 2025: Have you thought about working in Newfoundland and Labrador in the rewarding field of Child Welfare? Help children, youth, and families through Protective Intervention, In Care, Adoptions, Youth Services, and Youth Corrections programs. Conditional job offers can be made before graduation and registration. View current job postings: Public Careers – Newfoundland and Labrador. The province is an amazing place to live and work! Enjoy stunning landscapes, a welcoming community, and a one-of-a-kind lifestyle. Visit Welcome to Newfoundland and Labrador to learn more!
Financial Incentives include signing bonuses between $10,000 and $50,000 based on work location.
For information on the Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development: Children, Seniors and Social Development – Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
- **General Career Pages**
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Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa
Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO)
Developmental Services of Leeds and Grenville
Family and Children’s Services of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville (FCSLLG)
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC)
Ottawa Chinese Community Services Centre (OCCSC)
Ottawa Coalition of Community Houses
Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organization (OCISO)
Ottawa Health Services Network Inc. (OHSNI)
Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre
Providence Care – Kingston and Area
Rideau-Rockcliffe Community Resource Centre
Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions (SMFC)
Taproot Community Support Services (previously WJS Canada)
Community Volunteer Opportunities
- Ancoura (Multiple Opportunities)
- The Door Youth Centre
- Camp Quality Canada
- Camp Rainbow Phoenix
- Immigrant Women Services Ottawa (Client Accompaniment Program)
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