Resident Companion (RC)

RhynoCare; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Hamilton, ON is seeking a Resident Companion (RC) for Long Term Care facilities. The role focuses on providing compassionate supervision and support for residents, documenting care activities, and engaging patients in meaningful activities. Candidates must have a minimum education of Grade 11 and fluency in English. Competitive pay of $19-20/hour is offered depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in speaking and documenting in English.
• Successful completion of (or current enrollment in) accredited Personal Support Worker certificate considered an asset.
• Demonstrated experience and delivery of patient focused care.

Responsibilities

• Observe and support a safe environment for patients.
• Provide 1 to 1 compassionate supervision.
• Complete required documentation as per corporate policy.

Skills

Fluent in English

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Minimum Grade 11

Personal Support Worker certificate

Job description

About the Opportunity

RhynoCare is seeking a Resident Companion (RC) to work in Long Term Care facilities in Hamilton, ON. You will be hired and onboarded with RhynoCare as an Independent Contractor.

At RhynoCare, we’re committed to your success. We offer competitive compensation, flexible scheduling options, and ongoing support so you can focus on what you do best - delivering exceptional care.

Responsibilities

• Observe the patient(s) assigned so as to support a safe and caring environment for the patient(s).
• Ensure the safety of residents directly relating to violent outbursts of assigned resident, escalating to healthcare staff when necessary
• Provide 1 to 1 compassionate supervision services for residents with behavioural concerns
• Engage residents in meaningful 1:1 activities - i.e. reading stories, looking through photo albums, story telling
• Always staying within close proximity to the resident during supervision
• Completion of documentation as requested by facility: i.e. Dementia Observations Scale (DOS), Behaviour Assessment Record (BAR) charting every hour.
• Interact with the patient, comforting the patient as needed and engaging in cognitively stimulating recreational activities as appropriate.
• Maintaining a Professional Image and always wearing a Name Tag - that is easily legible for the resident and public.
• Communicate their observations with the health care team to facilitate care planning.
• Complete the documentation specifically required of Observers, as per corporate policy and procedure.
• Other duties as assigned (high touch cleaning, filling masks, etc).
• Demonstrate commitment to Rhynocare’s mission of delivering high-quality, compassionate care by upholding the values of discipline, integrity, collaboration, and empowerment.

Requirements

• Minimum Grade 11 or equivalent education as recognized by the Ministry of Education, Province of Ontario
• Must be fluent in speaking and documenting in English.
• Successful completion of (or current enrollment in) accredited Personal Support Worker certificate considered an asset
• Demonstrated experience and delivery of patient focused care
• Demonstrated ability to perform effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary care team
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking and communication skills

Compensation

• Pay: $19-20/ hour (depending on experience and assignment)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all races, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, ages, disabilities, and protected veteran status. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.