Resident Attendant, West Durham Regional Municipality (Sunderland)

Resident Attendant - Permanent Part-Time

Aspira Douglas Crossing Retirement Living

Rate of Pay: $19.11 (non-union)

Part time 0700-1500 45 hrs biweekly

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This posting is for an existing vacancy

At Sienna you won’t just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents who call Aspira their home. Join us in a role where knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible, it is expected. Our purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life! We truly believe it is aprivilege to serve Canada’s seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect.

Why you belong here:

A competitive salary and vacation package

Health&Dental benefits program

Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)

Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match

Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges

A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences, and beliefs

What you’ll be doing: You will be a welcomed team member, working in a fast-paced environment where you will make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives. As a Resident Attendant, you’ll form a deep understanding of your residents and their living experience. You will build relationships with theresidents and their family members, offering a variety of support options and program choices that enrich their daily health and well-being. As an individual and part of a wider team, you will be a strong contributor to the culture of the home, where the focus is always on helping residents live fully, every day.

What makes you a great fit:

Answers all resident call bells and door alarms promptly and provides courteous service

Completes all aspects of resident care as outlined in the plan of care and care assignments

Transports residents to and from their rooms, recreational activities, health office and dining room as required

Completes laundry and housekeeping duties as outlined by assignments

Deals tactfully and courteously with residents, residents' families and reports any concerns / complaints to the team leader

Practices safe food handling techniques throughout all aspects of food preparation and service

Performing other duties as assigned

What you need to know:

Minimum of six months of experience in a similar role

Current First Aid/CPR training

Excellent command of the verbal and written English language skills

Ability to work independently and/or as a member of a team

Certification in Personal Support Worker or Personal Care Worker, or a 16 hour course that covers the provision of personal care and that is recognized by the department. If you don't have this, you must be willing to complete this course within 3 months of start date. (for SK homes)

Personal Support Worker Certificate is preferred

You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit

You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check

Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.

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