Resident Attendant

Sienna Senior Living; Barrie; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental benefits program

SOAR program

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Continuous learning and growth

Competitive salary and vacation

Job summary

Sienna Senior Living is seeking a Resident Attendant for The Barrieview Retirement Residence in Barrie, ON. The role focuses on building meaningful relationships with residents and supporting their daily health and well-being in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with residents and families, offering a range of care options and activities to enrich daily life. The position emphasizes respectful, compassionate service and adherence to care plans and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Six months minimum experience in a similar role.
• Current First Aid/CPR training.
• Excellent command of English (verbal and written).
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Certification in PSW or Personal Care Worker, or willingness to complete within 3 months for SK homes.
• PSW Certificate is preferred.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Willingness to pass a Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Sienna may utilize AI to screen applicants.

Responsibilities

• Respond to resident call bells and door alarms promptly.
• Perform comprehensive resident care as per plan and assignments.
• Transport residents to/from rooms, activities, health office, and dining room.
• Carry out laundry and housekeeping duties as assigned.
• Interact with residents and families with courtesy and report concerns to the team lead.
• Follow safe food handling practices during food prep and service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience in similar role

First Aid/CPR training

Teamwork capability

Independent work capability

English language proficiency

Education

PSW certificate (preferred)

PSW/Personal Care Worker certification or equivalent

Willing to complete within 3 months (SK homes)

Job description

Resident Attendant

Retirement Name: The Barrieview Retirement Residence

Rate of Pay: $18.92

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 where 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

• 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 Resident Attendant, you’ll form a deep understanding of your residents and their living experience. You will build relationships with the residents and their family members, offering a variety of support options and program choices that enrich their daily health and 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?

• Answers all resident call bells and door alarms promptly and provides courteous service
• Completes all aspects of resident care as outlined in the plan of care and care assignments
• Transports residents to and from their rooms, recreational activities, health office and dining room as required
• Completes laundry and housekeeping duties as outlined by assignments
• Deals tactfully and courteously with residents, residents' families and reports any concerns / complaints to the team leader
• Practices safe food handling techniques throughout all aspects of food preparation and service
• Performing other duties as assigned

What You Need To Know

• Minimum of six months of experience in a similar role
• Current First Aid/CPR training
• Excellent command of the verbal and written English language skills
• Ability to work independently and/or as a member of a team
• Certification in Personal Support Worker or Personal Care Worker, or a 16 hour course that covers the provision of personal care and that is recognized by the department. If you don't have this, you must be willing to complete this course within 3 months of start date. (for SK homes)
• Personal Support Worker Certificate is preferred
• 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.