Guest Attendant (Retirement Home)

Caressant Care Nursing and Retirement Homes Ltd.; Tavistock; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages and benefits

Job summary

Caressant Care Nursing and Retirement Homes Ltd. in Tavistock, Ontario is seeking a passionate Guest Attendant for a part-time position. Join a caring team in a warm, community-based setting where residents receive high-quality support.

Ideal candidates have suitable formal education, experience with vulnerable people, knowledge of the Retirement Homes Act, 2010, and strong communication abilities. First Aid/ CPR and Safe Food Handling certification are preferred, with reliability essential.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills in English; reading and writing as required.
• Experience working with vulnerable people is preferred.
• Knowledge of the Retirement Homes Act, 2010 is beneficial.
• Ability to work independently and follow directions.
• Reliable and punctual with strong teamwork potential.

Skills

Good communication

Punctuality

Independent worker

English literacy

First Aid & CPR

Education

Formal education

Tools

Safe Food Handling Certificate

Job description

Caressant Care is looking for a passionate Guest Attendant to join our team of care providers.

Location

Tavistock, Ontario

Time Type

Part Time

About Caressant Care

For over 50 years, Caressant Care has created a comfortable, caring home environment where our residents across Ontario can receive high-quality care. We proudly serve over 1,500 residents across our 15 long-term care homes and 10 retirement homes. Operating primarily in small towns, Caressant Care creates tight-knit communities where everyone knows and looks out for one another.

At Caressant Care, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and provide them with opportunities to learn and grow, whether they are experienced professionals or just starting. Become part of our team and experience fulfilling, impactful work that brings joy to your life and the lives of others.

What We Offer…

• At the core of our workforce is a passion for people, fostering a culture that embraces diverse perspectives, experiences, and beliefs.
• A caring and comfortable space for our residents, their families and our employees.
• Learning and growth opportunities for professionals at all stages of their careers.
• Competitive wages and benefits.

What You Bring…

• Suitable formal education
• Experience working with vulnerable people
• Working knowledge of the 'Retirement Homes Act, 2010'
• Able to work independently
• Willing and able to accept verbal and/or written direction
• Good communication skills, able to read and write in the English language
• First Aid and CPR-certified
• Safe Food Handling Certificate
• Punctual and reliable

The starting rate of pay is $21.27 per hour, and the terms and conditions of employment are as per the Collective Agreement.

Our focus at Caressant Care is on hiring individuals whose skills and abilities will contribute most to our organization’s success and who also mirror the communities in which we operate. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of their ethnic and cultural background, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.

If you have questions or require accommodations during the application process, please email [e-mail] or call 519-539-0408.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Criminal Reference Check with a Vulnerable Sector Screening.