Job Description
Adult Day Support Worker
Health Services – Senior Services Development
Status: 1 Regular Part Time Position
Compensation: $27.37-$29.17/hour (plus 15% in lieu of benefits)
Location and Work Mode: Onsite – Malton Village 7075 Rexwood Road, Mississauga
Hours of work: no guaranteed hours of work - various shifts Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm and 8:00 am to 4:00 pm on alternate Saturdays
Who we are: Care. Compassion. Love. Respect - The Long-Term Care and Senior Services Divisions require staff to provide person-centered care to our residents and families following the Butterfly Model of Care. This will ensure high levels of emotional wellbeing and a better quality of life for those attending our programs. Staff are to have the emotional intelligence to deliver person-centered care in an authentic way that is meaningful to the clients and their families.
What you will do in this role:
Reporting to the Adult Day and Community Services Supervisor (or designate) the Adult Day Support Worker will be responsible for the provision of personal care to clients attending the Adult Day Programs. As part of the interdisciplinary team, with the overall goal of delivering quality, client centred services, you will promote clients' dignity and self esteem by encouraging independence within a secure and stimulating environment.
- Provides a variety of services to meet individual needs including activities of daily living
- Provides assistance with medications
- Serves and assists with meals and monitors safe consumption
- Monitors basic health of participants and reports unusual concerns to Supervisor
- Provides guidance and advice to volunteers and placement students and assists in orientation of new staff
- Promotes an atmosphere of comfort and security for clients
- Contributes to the development of a personalized plan for the care needs of each client
- Maintains documentation and performs job responsibilities in accordance with policies, procedures and legislated standards
What the role requires
- Personal Support Worker Certificate, graduation from a program whose curriculum has been approved by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities is required
- Previous experience of at least one (1) year in a community setting or an Adult Day Service or Long Term Care setting is preferred
- Must have and maintain a valid CPR/First Aid Certification
- The Food Handler Training is required
- Pharmacology Certification is required
- Computer skills are required as well as other technological tools to perform routine duties
Skills/Abilities:
- Effective oral and written communication skills, and a good understanding of customer service concepts
- Must be able to communicate appropriately with the clients, staff, visitors, volunteers and medical professionals
- Must be able to work well with others in a team setting
Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology
Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:
- 15% in lieu of benefits
- Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan - if applicable
- Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
- Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resources
Please note: Successful candidates hired to work within any of The Region of Peel’s Long Term Care Homes are required to provide the following information prior to hire:
- Vulnerable Sector Police Check
- TB Skin Testing
It is the responsibility of the successful candidate to pay for any associated costs of the above noted checks
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As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced Covid-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.
About Us
Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 175,000 businesses.
We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.
Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.
Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.
Additional Information
Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca
Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.
