Day Program Assistant — Senior Care & Activities

Carefor-Health-; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP pension

Health and dental benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Carefor is Eastern Ontario’s largest home care and community support services not-for-profit, with over 1,200 employees serving Ottawa and surrounding counties. The ADP Assistant provides personal support within the Day Program, collaborating with the program team to plan and implement client activities.

This one-year term role offers growth, On-site work, and opportunities to contribute to meaningful care.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Social Services with concentration in dementia studies, Recreation and Leisure, Development Services, Personal Support Worker
• Current Standard First Aid Certificate preferred
• Current CPR level C Certificate preferred
• Up to date immunizations for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tetanus and Diphtheria preferred
• Experience working with older adults with special needs (frailty, dementia, mental health) and memory care
• Experience with 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
• Proficient computer skills
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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 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 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 OH&S legislation, regulations, and Carefor policies
• Participates in health and safety training including WHMIS
• Wears/protective equipment and ensures it is used properly
• Reports equipment or protective device defects
• Reports violations of Health & Safety Act or hazards
• Ensures safe operation of equipment
• Reports workplace incidents timely per policy

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficient computer skills

Bilingual English/French asset

Education

Diploma in Social Services (dementia studies / recreation & leisure / development services / personal support worker)

Job description

Carefor is Eastern Ontario’s largest home care and community support services not-for-profit, with over 1,200 employees serving Ottawa and surrounding counties. The ADP Assistant provides personal support within the Day Program, collaborating with the program team to plan and implement client activities.

This one-year term role offers growth, On-site work, and opportunities to contribute to meaningful care.