Adult Day Program Assistant- Finch (Stormont)

Carefor Health & Community Services; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading community support service in Eastern Ontario is looking for an Adult Day Program Assistant. This role involves providing personal support to clients while collaborating with a dedicated team to implement enriching program activities. The ideal candidate will have a PSW certificate and experience working with older adults, bringing strong interpersonal and organizational skills to the job.

Benefits

Flexible Shifts

Defined Pension Plan with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Employee Assistance Program

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience working with older adults with special needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and staff.
• Physical ability to assist clients with daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal support and assists clients with activities of daily living.
• Collaborates with team members to implement program activities.
• Ensures safety and security measures for all participating clients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

PSW certificate or equivalency

Job description

Adult Day Program Assistant- Finch (Stormont)

Posting Date: June, 2025

The Opportunity: Adult Day Program Assistant Permanent

Reporting to the Supervisor, the ADP Assistant provides personal support to individuals in the Day Program within the framework of Carefor policies and procedures and collaborates closely with members of the program team with the planning and implementation of program activities.

About Us:

Carefor is Eastern Ontario’s largest home care and community support services not-for-profit with over 1,400 employees operating in Eastern Counties, Ottawa, and Pembroke-Renfrew County. The founding chapter of the Victorian Order of Nurses, Carefor has been helping seniors and people living with disabilities in Eastern Ontario live with choice and dignity since 1897. Please visit our website for more information.

At Carefor, we know our work matters, and we’re proud of the impact we have in people’s lives. For our staff, we are proud to help them be the best they can be both now and into the future. Our staff love working in the community because they can see a real impact in the lives of their clients and their families. See more about working with Carefor .

We are driven to help our staff learn, develop and be the best they can be both now and into the future. Through comprehensive onboarding and continual training, you are continuously improving your professional practice with Carefor; and with the HOOPP pension plan, great benefits and a flexible schedule we’re looking out for you and your family.

• Collaborates with the ADP Program Coordinator regarding types of programs to be developed to achieve individual goals of clients.
• Assists clients with personal care including eating, toileting, and personal hygiene when necessary.
• Supports the clients to participate as fully as possible in day program activities.
• Ensures safety and security measures for all participating clients.
• Recommends modifications to programs to suit the evolving needs of clients.
• Assists with the implementation of group activities based on clients’ interests and levels of ability.
• Organizes supplies, equipment, and resources for the programs
• Assists with the completion of progress notes and other documentation related to assessments and action plans.
• Assists with the evaluation of client progress and of the program.
• Adheres to all Carefor policies and procedures.
• Implements all IPAC measures as needed.
• Participates effectively as a team member.
• Attends planned in-service and educational sessions.
• Functions and reports in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety legislation, regulations, and Carefor policies and procedures.
• Participates in health and safety training including WHMIS and applies this knowledge in the workplace
• Wears or uses any/all protective equipment or clothing provided by Carefor and does not interfere with protective devices as to change or negate their functions
• Reports the absence of or defect in any equipment or protective device, and which may endanger self or other worker
• Reports any violations of the Health and Safety Act or the regulations, or the existence of any hazard
• Does not use or operate any equipment, machine, device, or work in a manner that may endanger self or other worker
• Ensures all workplace incidents are reported in a timely manner in accordance with legislation, and Carefor policies and procedures for workplace injuries and incidents (eg. WSIB injuries, infection control)
• Adheres to the Carefor standards for conduct and behavior and upholds Carefor’s Core Values
• Ensures that confidential information relating to clients, work colleagues, suppliers and Carefor’s operations is properly protected and not disclosed to third parties, unless allowed or required under relevant law or regulation
• Treats all people with respect and undertakes duties with care and diligence
• Does not use information obtained in the course of employment for personal financial gain; nor allows that information be used to obtain financial benefit for any other person or company
• Ensures all dealings with clients, suppliers and other parties are kept at arm’s length to avoid the possibility of actual or perceived conflicts of interest
• Complies with all statutory and internal disclosure requirements on a timely basis and ensures to the best of ability the accuracy and comprehensiveness of the information
• Due to the changing nature of work, performs other responsibilities and duties as required.
• Participates on committees/project work group as assigned
• Experience working with the older adults with special needs (frailty, dementia, mental health) and memory care
• Experience working in a team setting
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively with clients, caregivers, staff, health care professionals, service agencies both verbally and in writing
• Physical ability to perform duties such as standing for long periods, squatting, bending to assist clients with activities of daily living and lifting (chairs and tables)
• Ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task
• Bilingualism (English/French) an asset
• Valid Class G drivers’ license and access to vehicle (for designated positions)
• Acceptable Vulnerable Sector Background Check
• Defined Pension Plan with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Work-life balance
• Flexible Shifts
• Employee Assistance Program
• A collaborative team culture that supports making a difference in the lives of our clients

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay:$20.06 -$25.08 per hour

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Licence/Certification:

• PSW certificate or equivalency (required)
• Driving Licence (required)

Carefor is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Please let us know in your application if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for accommodation will be considered in a fair and objective manner that will ensure applicants are treated with respect and dignity.

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