Program Assistant - Adult Day Program

SUMMARY:

One Care Home & Community Support Services is a respected non profit community agency, providing quality in-home and community services. We are seeking an Adult Day Program-Program Assistant who, under the direction of the Community Support Services Supervisor, will be responsible for service delivery in the Adult Day Program setting including implementing program activities and direct client care. This position is based out of the South Huron (Dashwood) and Grand Bend Adult Day Program.

We are seeking a Part-Time Program Assistant for our South Huron (Dashwood) and Grand Bend ADP sites. Monday to Friday, 9:30 - 3:30.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in planning and implementing a variety of therapeutic, social and recreational activities for clients.
• Assists clients in performing activities of daily living including bathing and toileting.
• Maintains accurate and confidential client records.
• Works cooperatively and communicates effectively with team members including staff, volunteers and caregivers.
• Ensures the rights and privacy of clients, volunteers and staff are maintained.
• Housekeeping duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with seniors and providing personal care.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Physically capable of performing assigned duties including client transfers.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate.
• Diploma or certificate in Recreation, Activation, Gerontology, PSW, RPN, Social Worker, DSW.
• Will consider equivalent education and experience.
• Social Recreational Planning/Implementation an asset.
• Gentle Persuasive Approach and Montessori training an asset.
• Valid drivers license.

Come and join our team!

Our programs provide many ways to help seniors and people with disabilities continue to live independently at home, and include In-Home Personal Care, Assisted Living, Adult Day Programs, Home Help, Meals on Wheels, EasyRide Transportation, Reassurance, Home At Last, Exercise & Wellness, Foot Care.

Please note that due to the COVID-19 pandemic and in the interest of the health and safety of our employees and clients ONE CARE requires that all new hires of ONE CARE provide verification with an approved Health Canada COVID-19 vaccine in accordance with our Agency policies and procedures.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process as required. Applicants are advised to make any needs known in advance.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Work Location: In person