Medication Care Partner

Sienna Senior Living; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental benefits program

SOAR - Share Ownership and Reward

Employee Share Purchase Plan with UP2U

Continuous learning and growth

Competitive salary and vacation

Job summary

Heatherwood Retirement Residence, part of Sienna Senior Living, is seeking a Medication Care Partner (Part-Time) to support residents’ health and daily living needs.

You will administer medications, monitor residents’ well-being, and assist with activities of daily living in a caring, team-driven environment within Niagara Region. Competitive pay and benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• Administers medication according to relevant legislative requirements.
• Assists residents with activities of daily living per Support Plans.
• Monitors and documents vitals and conditions; reports changes to the team.
• Escorts residents to activities and responds to nursing call systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, high-quality care that supports residents’ health and well-being.
• Contribute to a positive home culture and teamwork.
• Complete required documentation and participate in continuous learning.

Skills

Medication administration

Resident care

CPR & First Aid

Education

High School Diploma

Personal Support Worker program (accredited)

Job description

Medication Care Partner - Part-Time

Heatherwood Retirement Residence

Rate of Pay: $21.41

Schedule: Day Shift (7:00 AM - 1:00 PM) | 4 shifts bi-weekly

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

At Sienna you won’t just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents who call Aspira their home. Join us in a role were knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible, it is expected. Our purpose is to cultivate 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.

Why you belong here:

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. 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 welcomed team member, working in a fast-paced environment where you will make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives. As a Medication Care Partner, you will provide compassionate, high-quality care that supports residents’ health, safety, and overall well-being. As an individual and part of a wider team, you will be a strong contributor to the culture of the home, where the focus is always on helping residents live fully, every day.

What makes you a great fit?

• Administers medication according to relevant legislative requirements and policies and procedures
• Reviews residents’ Support Plans and provides assistance where indicated, with all required activities of daily living, including but not limited to, bathing, toileting, dressing, grooming, mobility, continence management, collecting and washing laundry, sorting and storing clean laundry
• Monitors and documents residents’ vitals, weights, behavior, mobility, safety, involvement in activities as indicated on the Personalized Support Plan or any other changes and reports to appropriate Team Members
• Escorts residents to social activity programs, appointments, dining room, etc.
• Promptly answers nursing call systems
• Performing other duties as assigned Courses in gerontology, aging or dementia are an asset

What you need to know:

• High School Diploma and completion of an accredited Personal Support Worker program that meets legislative standards
• Medication Administration certification
• First Aid and CPR certified as well as experience with medication administration
• Six hundred (600) hours of related experience, including both class time and practical experience, preferably with clinical experience in a geriatric setting
• You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit
• You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check
• Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.