Student Support Counsellor, Student Lodging (Deaf Program), Milton

Job ID: 249958 | Competition #: PDSB26-152
Organization: Ministry of Education – Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch
City: Milton | Language: English
Job term: 3 Temporary positions (to work on as needed basis)
Job code: 50466 – Residence Counsellor 2
Salary: $28.58 – $31.44 per hour (as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement)
Apply by: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Student lodging staff are invested in facilitating every student’s growth and independence. Do you want to make a difference in the lives of students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing? Do you have a background in child development, experience in a child care related field and can you communicate fluently in American Sign Language (ASL)? If so, this career opportunity with the Ministry of Education, Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch may be of interest to you.

This position will require you to work afternoon, evening and up night (overnight) shifts at the Ernest C. Drury student lodging program in Milton. You will be required to communicate fluently in American Sign Language (ASL).

The Ernest C. Drury School for the Deaf is a community-based bilingual/bicultural School for the Deaf, under the Ministry of Education, Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch with the tradition and reputation for meeting the academic, language, cultural and social needs of Deaf or Hard of Hearing children. The student lodging program is an extension of the school program for students who do not live close enough to access daily transportation. Academic and student lodging programs support each other in the provision of a comprehensive curriculum. The school principal and student support manager work together toward a successful experience for all students. Learning continues after the daily academic program in student lodging programs that promote language & communication, life skills, social skills and independence.

What can I expect to do in this role?

Provide supervision, guidance, intervention and instruction for deaf students in planned and organized programs in a student lodging setting;

Plan, organize and implement customized individual and group programs designed to meet the personal, emotional and developmental needs of Deaf students using a multi-disciplinary approach;

Supervise, guide and instruct Deaf student lodging students;

Provide sound physical care and maintain a safe/secure environment for Deaf students;

Willingness and availability to work afternoon, evening and up night (overnight) shifts;

Perform other duties, as assigned.

Mandatory requirements

College certification from a recognized educational facility and/or equivalent training, education and working experience in a child related field;

Current First Aid, CPR and Crisis Prevention Intervention and/or Behaviour Management Training or equivalent.

Skills and qualifications

Excellent communications skills to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff and other professionals in English and American Sign Language (ASL);

Experience working with students who are deaf;

Demonstrated ability to facilitate effective social/recreational/leisure programs geared to meet the needs of deaf students;

Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, procedures, guidelines and practices that address student care and safety;

Sound judgment and problem solving skills;

Ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team;

Willingness and ability to work shifts and on-call hours as required.

Additional information: 3 English Temporary – Irregular On-Call, duration up to 10 months, 255 Ontario St S, Milton, Central Region, Vulnerable Sector Check. Compensation group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union. Work hours: Schedule 4-A. Category: Health and Social Services. Posted on: Thursday, October 1, 2026.

How to apply: Send your application to and quote Competition # PDSB26-152. Be sure to quote the Job ID number for this position. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages.