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A Reena and George Brown College Partnership Program

A four-month training and placement working with people with Developmental Disabilities - An opportunity to gain Ministry required certificates and hands-on work experience. This program will provide a variety of experiences in the field of developmental services.

The Developmental Disabilities Counsellor Program(DDC Program)offers:

  • Full-time study in 25 content/topic areas
  • Pre-arranged placement (Placement shifts will vary)
    • 72 hours of practicum placements to observe support settings in group homes and day program
    • 192 hours of hands-on block placement
  • Guaranteed job interview with one of the partnering agencies upon successful completion of the program

Next Program Dates:

July 5th - October 28th, 2010 (The DDC program is offered once a year)

Registration Fee:

$2,000 - This registration fee covers all courses, books and certificates. (Transportation and Criminal Reference Check is not included)

Program Location:

  • The full-time study takes place at Reenaís Toby and Henry Battle Centre (927 Clark Ave. W., Thornhill, Ontario)
  • The placement takes place at one of the partnering agenciesí locations. (most of the locations are located within Toronto & Thornhill)

Partnership:

The DDC Program is a joint Reena and George Brown College program in partnership with Kerryís Place Autism Services

George Brown College
www.georgebrown.ca

Kerry's Place Autism Services
www.kerrysplace.com

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

  1. DDC Program Application Form (Click here to download the form)
  2. Cover letter
  3. Resume

(Note: All documents must be submitted together before screening process can begin)

Please submit your application documents to:

Stacey Donaghy, Manager
Learning & Development Department
Reena
927 Clark Ave. W.
Thornhill, Ontario L4J 8G6

Fax: 905-889-4039

Application Deadline: May 7, 2010

Minimum Requirements:

  • 18 years or older
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (work permit is required if applicable)

Student Selection Process:

  1. All of the applications will be screened.
  2. Qualified applicants will be called for a telephone screening. (Applicants should have knowledge about the DDC Program as questions about the program will be asked at that time)
  3. An interview will be set up for those who successfully pass the telephone screening.
  4. An interview will be conducted. The results of your interview will be corresponded to you by mail.

Additional Information:

  • Humber College Recognition for DDC Graduates - DDC Graduates can apply for credit toward Humber's Developmental Services Worker (DSW) diploma program's courses:
    • Field Practice/DSW.107
    • Intervention Strategies/DSW.215
    • Pharmacology/DSW.207
    • Introduction to Developmental Disabilities/DSW.102

Free Information Sessions:

Here are the dates of information sessions for you to learn more about the DDC program. Please book your seat as space is limited.

March 11
March 11, 2010
1:30 - 3:30 pm (The presentation will start at 1:30 pm. Registration opens at 1:00 pm)
At Reena Toby and Henry Battle Centre
927 Clark Ave. West,
Thornhill, L4J 8G6
Please email at staff.development@reena.org or call at 905-889-2690 ext. 2048 to book your seat
PDF flyer
March 25
March 25, 2010
1:00 - 3:00 pm
At WoodGreen Employment Resource Centre
1080 Queen Street East,
Toronto, M4M 1K5
Please call WoodGreen Employment Resource Centre at 416-462-3110 ext. 2316 to book your seat
PDF flyer

Last updated Feb 16, 2010, reviewed Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Since 1973, Reena has been developing and providing community services for people who have a developmental disability. During that time, the agency has gained a well-deserved reputation for service innovation.
What makes Reena truly unique is the emphasis on providing Judaic programming and a Jewish environment for its clients, enabling them to develop spiritually and feel a connection and sense of belonging to their roots, culture and community.
Reena also encourages the expression of everyone's culture and religious roots, regardless of background or denomination.


 
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