Day Program Assistant – Senior Care & Activities

Carefor; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP pension plan

Health and dental benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Carefor is seeking an ADP Assistant to provide personal support to individuals in the Day Program within Carefor policies, reporting to the Supervisor. This one-year term role supports planning and implementation of program activities for seniors and individuals with disabilities in Eastern Ontario.

Responsibilities include aiding with personal care, facilitating activities, ensuring safety, and documenting progress, with a focus on collaborative team work and program evaluation.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in Social Services or related field as listed in Qualifications.
• 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 working in a team setting
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with clients, caregivers, staff, health care professionals and service agencies
• Proficient computer skills
• Ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task
• Bilingualism (English/French) an asset
• Valid Class G drivers’ license and access to vehicle
• 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 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)

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Bilingual English/French asset

Computer skills

Organizational ability

Driver's license (Class G)

Education

Diploma in Social Services with concentration in dementia studies, Recreation and Leisure, Development Services, Personal Support Worker

Job description

Carefor is seeking an ADP Assistant to provide personal support to individuals in the Day Program within Carefor policies, reporting to the Supervisor. This one-year term role supports planning and implementation of program activities for seniors and individuals with disabilities in Eastern Ontario.

Responsibilities include aiding with personal care, facilitating activities, ensuring safety, and documenting progress, with a focus on collaborative team work and program evaluation.