Care Support Assistant | Temporary Part Time

Sienna Senior Living; Elmira; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

SOAR program

Employee share purchase plan

Learning and growth

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Sienna Senior Living in Elmira, Ontario, is seeking a Care Support Assistant to join the Long Term Care team. You will provide compassionate support, assist with activities, meals, and daily routines, and help create a warm, safe home where residents can live fully each day.

The role emphasizes building relationships with residents and families, maintaining dignity and comfort, and contributing to a supportive, inclusive workplace with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Safe Food Handling Certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team.
• Effective verbal and written English communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day care and support to residents, ensuring a warm, safe environment.
• Assist with meals, including service, preparation, and clean-up.
• Support residents in preparing for and attending community events and activities.
• Assist with housekeeping and laundry duties as directed.
• Support resident admissions, orientations, and transfers as needed.
• Transport residents to and from rooms, dining areas, and activities.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Safe Food Handling Certificate

Job description

Care Support Assistant

Barnswallow Place Community, Elmira

Rate of Pay: $21.18 - $23.19(as per collective agreement)

This posting is for a new position.

At Sienna you won’t just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents. 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 tocultivate happiness in daily life!We truly believe it is a privilege to serve Canada’s seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect.

What Sienna Offers:

We are a purpose driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. And we offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:

• 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 valued member of the Long Term Care team, working in a fast-paced, resident-centered environment where you make a meaningful difference each day. As a Care Support Assistant, you will build positive relationships with residents and their families while providing compassionate support that promotes comfort, dignity, and well-being. Through companionship, and assistance with activities and routines, you will help create a warm, safe, and welcoming home where residents can truly live fully, every day.

How You’ll Succeed

• Provide day-to-day care and support to residents, ensuring a warm, safe environment that promotes comfort, dignity, and well-being.
• Support residents in preparing for and attending Care Community events that enhance engagement and overall quality of life.
• Act as a resident companion, offering comfort, emotional support, and meaningful social interaction.
• Assist with meal service, including table and tray preparation, serving food, beverages, and accompaniments.
• Complete housekeeping and laundry duties as directed, including bed making, restocking supplies, organizing closets, cleaning bedside areas, and transporting personal laundry to and from resident rooms.
• Participate in resident admissions, orientations, and transfers as directed.
• Transport residents to and from their rooms, dining areas, recreational activities, and the health office as required.

Who You Are:

• You have successfully completed High school and achieved a diploma.
• Have a Safe Food Handling Certificate or willing to obtain one.
• Ability to work independently and/ or as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively when working with residents, families and visitors.
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills required.

What You Need to Know:

• Sienna Senior Living is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and residents feel like they belong. We seek applicants with diverse backgrounds and have a wide range of abilities. Sienna provides an accessible candidate experience.
• You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check and/or Criminal Record Check applicable to the appropriate province
• You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit
• Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial intelligence to screen and assess applicants for this position.