Part-Time Day Programme Activities Specialist

The Corporation of the County of Lambton; Forest; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A municipal government organization in Forest, Ontario, is seeking a Personal Support Worker on a permanent part-time basis. The role involves providing care and a fulfilling day-away experience for seniors with varying degrees of dementia and physical ailments. Responsibilities include evaluating client needs, supervising meal times, documenting client information, and driving vans for client transportation. Qualified candidates must have a Personal Support Worker Diploma and related experience. Competitive hourly wage between $26.94 and $29.57.

Qualifications

• Three to four years of experience working with seniors and assisting with activities of daily living.
• Experience with communication techniques and conflict resolution.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate needs of clients and families.
• Supervise and assist clients during meal time.
• Document as required for client information.
• Drive and maintain vans for client transportation.

Skills

Communication techniques

Conflict resolution

Understanding different types of dementia

Education

Personal Support Worker Diploma

Activation Certificate or Gerontology Diploma

Class F Driver’s Licence

Food Handler’s Certificate

CPR and First Aid Certificates

Job description

A municipal government organization in Forest, Ontario, is seeking a Personal Support Worker on a permanent part-time basis. The role involves providing care and a fulfilling day-away experience for seniors with varying degrees of dementia and physical ailments. Responsibilities include evaluating client needs, supervising meal times, documenting client information, and driving vans for client transportation. Qualified candidates must have a Personal Support Worker Diploma and related experience. Competitive hourly wage between $26.94 and $29.57.