Resident Attendant - Part Time

GetHired, Inc.; Wasaga Beach; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Tuition support

Career growth

Awards & recognition

Discounts

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Waterside Retirement Lodge in Wasaga Beach, Ontario, is seeking a part-time Resident Attendant to support residents with daily living activities and wellness services.

Under the Wellness Manager, you will observe changes in health, report them, and assist with recreation, safety, and resident participation.

Qualifications

• Must possess current CPR.
• Must possess current First Aid.
• Experience with recreational programs preferred.
• Must demonstrate good communications skills.
• Must demonstrate an active interest in ongoing education.
• Prior experience in Retirement Lodge/Gerontology an asset.
• Must be computer literate.

Responsibilities

• Observe, report and document changes in residents' health or status.
• Adhere to facility policies, safety protocols and infection control standards.
• Ensure cleanliness of the lodge, report maintenance needs and maintain resident equipment/records.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration with other departments.
• Assist visitors and volunteers, and conduct tours for potential residents.

Skills

CPR

First Aid

Recreational programs

Good communications skills

Active interest in ongoing education

Retirement Lodge/Gerontology exp.

Computer literacy

Job description

Resident Attendant

Status: Part Time

Location: On site at 239 Zoo Park Road, Wasaga Beach ON

Existing Vacancy

Jarlette Health Services is a family-centric organization that has built a tradition of excellence in making an outstanding difference in the lives of the residents, families, employees, and communities it serves. As a proudly Canadian organization, with 14 Long Term Care Homes and 8 Retirement Lodges across Ontario, Jarlette Health Services has established itself as an industry leader with over 55 years of experience in the dynamic senior care sector.

Waterside Retirement Lodge is a vibrant and licensed retirement community in Wasaga Beach, Ontario and offers 89 thoughtfully designed suites. Wasaga Beach is located along the southern end of Georgian Bay, approximately 150 km north of Toronto and about 40 km northwest of Barrie. To the west, Collingwood and The Blue Mountains also attract visitors much of the year. The town is situated along the longest freshwater beach in the world, and is a popular summer tourist destination for relaxation and adventure.

Join our team as a Resident Attendant!

Under the direction of the Wellness Manager, the Resident Attendant is responsible and accountable for providing optimum recreation and wellness services in order to promote the well-being of each individual resident.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Resident Care & Observation: Observe, report, and document any changes in residents' health or status.
• Compliance & Safety: Adhere to all facility policies, safety protocols, and infection control standards. This includes complying with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and participating in mandatory training and safety/orientation programs.
• Facility Maintenance: Ensure the cleanliness of the lodge, report maintenance needs or hazards, and maintain resident equipment and records.
• Teamwork & Collaboration: Foster effective communication and collaboration with other departments.
• Community Engagement: Assist visitors and volunteers, and conduct tours for potential residents.

We are looking for the following qualifications and traits:

• Must possess current CPR
• Must possess current First Aid
• Experience with recreational programs preferred
• Must demonstrate good communications skills
• Must demonstrate an active interest in ongoing education
• Prior experience in Retirement Lodge/Gerontology an asset
• Must be computer literate

Our offer to you may include:

• Referral bonus
• Individualized assistance with tuition and further education
• Skill development and internal advancement = growth in your career
• Awards and recognition programs and team appreciation events
• Exclusive discounts on products,services and travel
• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs.

Please note, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Employment with Jarlette Health Services will be contingent on proof of vaccination against COVID-19, a screening for tuberculosis, two positive references and, prior to starting at the location, a receipt of a current criminal reference check, including vulnerable sector screening.

Jarlette Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and will accommodate individuals with disabilities through each stage of the recruitment process. Should you require an accommodation, please let us know.

All aspects of the hiring process, from application review to final selection, are conducted by our hiring team without the use of AI.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please see our other job opportunities here: Jarlette Health Services