Program Assistant (Maven) PSW

Baycrest; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading memory care facility in Toronto is seeking a Program Assistant (Maven) to provide care and support to residents in the Memory Residence. This part-time role involves evening shifts, delivering daily care experiences, and assisting with individualized care plans. Ideal candidates must have a PSW certificate and experience working with dementia. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are included.

Benefits

4% Vacation Entitlement

14% in lieu of benefits

Opportunity to enroll in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan

Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Current registration in good standing with the Ontario Personal Support Worker Registry.
• Completion of certificates in gerontology preferred.
• Experience with individuals living with dementia in residential settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver overall Possibilities experience to residents and families.
• Maintain relationships with residents, families, and care providers.
• Support daily care needs including hygiene and feeding.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving skills

Ability to work independently

Education

P.S.W. certificate from a recognized community college

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or recognized equivalent

Job description

The Terraces Memory Care has an opportunity for a

PROGRAM ASSISTANT (MAVEN)

Position Type: Permanent Part-Time

Shift Type: Evening, alternate weekends (subject to change)

Hourly Pay Rate: $26.83 - $27.52

Bi-Weekly Hours: 30 Hours

Posting Number: 9216

Date Posted: September 8, 2025

Internal Closing Date: September 17, 2025

Job Summary:

Program Assistants "Mavens" will be the primary contact for residents in the new Memory Residence at the Terrace. Centering around the Possibilities by Baycrest model, Mavens are PSW staff that use a transformational approach to support persons living in the Memory Residence. The ideal candidate will be well rounded with community, cultural, geriatric and clinical care experiences.

"Mavens" must be PSW certified but, due to the scope of the role, are classified as Program Assistants in the collective agreement.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for delivering the overall Possibilities experience to residents and their families by embodying the model of care and its philosophy and values into daily practice
• Initiates and maintains a relationship with the resident, their family and other care providers to enable trust, open communication and a care community
• Provides a daily care experience to residents, enabling choice and autonomy while supporting the physical and personal care needs of the residents including but not limited to hygiene, grooming and dressing, feeding, toileting, recording daily nutrition, hydration, provision of skin care
• Responsible for supporting the delivery of mealtime experiences including setup, food preparation, baking and feeding
• Supports the co-design of the resident/client and family’s individualized Possibilities Plan and operationalizes the plan on a day to day basis, making modifications as required
• Responsible for enabling each resident’s experience through supporting the execution of daily individual program plans, group social, recreational and activities in partnership with recreationists and the Possibilities Lead, Curator
• Manage responsive behaviours through exploring and applying non pharmacological interventions including activities and strategies in order to meaningfully engage residents
• Prepare daily programming space and activities day for individuals and groups based on their individual choices, interests and daily goals
• Work closely with the Curator to inform and plan client experiences, core programs, activities needs, supplies, flexible schedules, volunteer supports and 3 rd party Artists in Residence

Qualifications include but are not limited to:

• Current P.S.W. certificate from a recognized community college or educational institute or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Registration in good standing with the Ontario Personal Support Worker Registry
• Completion of certificates in gerontology, activation or related course work is preferred
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or recognized equivalent is required
• Certificate in U-First and/or Alzheimer Society for Dementia Care Training Program (DCTP) preferred
• Completion Mental Health First Aid preferred
• Certificate in Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) is preferred.
• Certificate in Montessori Activities for Dementia is preferred.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
• Experience working with individuals living with dementia in residential settings
• Experience working with individuals with responsive behaviours
• Ability to work independently and as a part of the interdisciplinary team, and effectively manage challenging situations
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and problem solving skills

Additional Benefits:

• 4% Vacation Entitlement
• Incumbents will receive 14% in lieu of benefits
• Opportunity to enroll in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Current Baycrest employees must apply online through the Baycrest intranet. Applications submitted through the external careers website will only be considered after the internal application process. If you are a current employee and are unable to access the intranet, please contact Human Resources for assistance.

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