Personal Care Worker

Luther Care Communities; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 17,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced time off policies

Work-life balance

Wellness in the workplace

Culture of internal advancement

Paid sick leave

Extended Health and Dental benefits

Group life and long-term disability

Pension Plan

EFAP

Job summary

LutherCare Communities is seeking a Personal Care Worker to support residents at Luther Tower - Intermediate Care Home. Responsibilities include helping with personal care, promoting independence, coordinating daily activities, and assisting with housekeeping and meals.

Applicants should have a grade 12 education and prior senior care experience. Completion of a 2-day Personal Care Worker course, Basic First Aid (no CPR), and Food Safe within three months is required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 completion and prior experience with seniors.
• Dementia care experience is an asset.
• Must complete a two-day Personal Care Worker course, Basic First Aid (no CPR), and Food Safe within three months of employment.
• Good interpersonal skills and fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Positive attitude toward cooking, cleaning and care of seniors.

Responsibilities

• Resident Care: assist with personal hygiene and encourage independence.
• Resident Programming: facilitate daily living activities and community participation.
• Home Maintenance: housekeeping, laundry, and meal/snack preparation.

Skills

Fluent English

Interpersonal skills

Dementia care (asset)

Education

Grade 12

Tools

First Aid

Food Safe

Job description

Since 1955, LutherCare Communities has been a leader in providing programs, services, and housing to residents across Saskatchewan with the highest quality of care and support. Our Team Members provide caring services to residents and clients throughout Saskatchewan in our Seniors Independent Living Communities, Intermediate Care Homes, Long-Term Care, Group Homes for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities, and programs like the Seniors Day Program and the Luther Seniors Centre.

LutherCare is proud to offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of all entrusted to our care. These services are fully accredited to meet our commitment to excellence.

The Position

In support of the Vision, Mission and Values of LCC, we are seeking a Personal Care Worker to join our team. The Personal Care Worker is responsible for the care and service required to meet the need of our residents at Luther Tower - Intermediate Care Home. Responsibilities stem from three main areas:

• Resident Care: Includes the assistance of personal hygiene as well as encouraging residents to maintain independence
• Resident Programming: Includes the facilitation of resident daily living activities and participation in the community
• Home Maintenance: Includes housekeeping, laundry and the preparation of meals and snacks

Employment Type: Permanent, Part-Time

Hours Per Week: Twenty (20) hours per week, averaged over a two (2) week period.

Wage: This position starts at $17.8790 per hour.

LutherCare offers a competitive compensation package to all part-time, and casual Team Members working greater than 40% of full-time hours, benefits Include:

• Enhanced time off policies
• Work-life balance
• Wellness in the workplace
• Culture of internal advancement
• Paid sick leave
• Extended Health and Dental benefits
• Group life and long-term disability benefits
• Pension Plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

The Applicants

Applicants would typically qualify for this position through the completion of a grade 12 and previous experience working with seniors. Experience providing dementia care is an asset. Successful applicants will be required to complete a two-day Personal Care Worker course, Basic First Aid (no CPR), and Food Safe within the first three months of employment. Applicants must possess good interpersonal skills and be able to interpret, read, write and speak English fluently as well as have a positive attitude toward cooking, cleaning and care of seniors.

We believe in the power of diversity and we’re dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment at LutherCare Communities. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants and encourage people of all visible minorities and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression to apply.

Applicants must provide a criminal background check including the vulnerable sector search prior to employment.

A Safe and Caring Continuum of Living for those we serve.