Casual Program Support Worker-Adult Day Program

Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading community resource center in Eastern Ontario is seeking a Casual Program Support Worker for its Adult Day Program. This role involves supporting individuals living with dementia and their caregivers, ensuring their safety and engagement through various activities. The ideal candidate will have a certification in personal support work and experience with diverse populations. This on-call position offers flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and comes with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Paid time off

Insurance

Pension

Qualifications

• Experience with diverse communities and populations.
• Experience or volunteering in an Adult Day Program.

Responsibilities

• Support activities of daily living such as toileting and eating.
• Assist in planning and implementing programs for clients.
• Engage in training and educational opportunities related to the program.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Patience

Dependability

Compassion

Education

Certification as a Personal Support Worker

Dementia Studies

Training in recreation

Gerontology

Tools

Microsoft Office

CIMS

Job description

Casual Program Support Worker-Adult Day Program

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Position Summary

The Adult Day Program – Casual Relief is responsible for delivering programs and services supporting people living with dementia and their care partners. Reporting to the Manager, Community Support.

Guiding Beliefs

• Empowerment
• Equity
• Partnership

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

• Support activities of daily living (ADL) such as toileting, eating, walking, dressing for outdoors
• Assist in planning and implementing programs for clients
• Support clients in activities like chair exercises, arts and crafts, sing-alongs
• Participate in client debriefings to monitor and report on client status and changes
• Serve as a resource for volunteers and students
• Contribute to activities, socialization, exercises, mental aerobics, and meals
• Engage in training and educational opportunities related to the program
• Ensure safety and security measures are followed according to policies
• Maintain client information files
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience :

• Certification as a Personal Support Worker, Dementia Studies, or equivalent
• Experience with diverse communities and populations
• Experience or volunteering in an Adult Day Program
• Training in recreation, gerontology, or related fields
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Patience, dependability, sense of humor, respect, and compassion
• Participation in relevant training
• Basic food handling knowledge
• Valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, adequate insurance
• Respect for client privacy and confidentiality

Language and Computer Competencies

• Fluent in English (spoken and written); French and other languages are assets
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office and CIMS

Shift and Additional Information

This position is on-call with varying hours including days, evenings, and weekends.

The organization values diversity and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, insurance, pension, and more. We accommodate employees with disabilities and are an equal opportunity employer. Terms governed by CUPE Local 5530's Collective Agreement.

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