Resident services aide

Extendicare Canada Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A leading provider of senior care in Canada is seeking a part-time Resident Services Aide. In this role, you will work directly with residents in a long-term care home, providing essential services such as companionship, light housekeeping, and meal assistance. Ideal candidates will have a Grade 12 diploma, strong service skills, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment. This position plays a crucial role in maintaining resident safety and enhancing their quality of life.

Qualifications

• Experience with an older adult population is an asset.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn environmental cleaning and laundry processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and support to residents.
• Assist with light housekeeping and laundry tasks.
• Participate in resident-specific programming and activities.

Skills

Strong customer and resident service skills

Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills

Ability to work well independently and in a team

Ability to multi-task and adapt quickly

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Job description

Job Description

Resident Services Aide at Extendicare Bayview

Part-time Evening 12pm-8pm, 30 hours biweekly

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of long‑term care and home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 team members are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

Applications are invited to apply for the part‑time position of Resident Services Aide, to work in our long‑term care home located in North York, Ontario.

Reporting to the Program Manager, you will be scheduled to work directly with residents and in all departments. This includes nursing, support services, administration, and program services. As a valued member of Long‑Term Care Services, you will demonstrate a commitment to resident safety by providing quality services in accordance with the organization’s mission and vision. Responsibilities may include resident specific programming, companionship, portering, light resident housekeeping and laundry tasks, meal service, and clerical. This position assumes an active role in the infection prevention and control program and assists with the orientation of new staff as required.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma
• Experience with an older adult population an asset
• Strong customer and resident service skills. Experience in a high‑paced customer service setting an asset
• Flexible and willingness to learn new tasks
• Ability to multi‑task and adapt to quickly changing priorities
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English (other languages an asset)
• Ability to work well independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment
• Adheres to established department policies, procedures regarding quality assurance, fire safety, environment, and infection control
• Participates in facility meetings and attends in-service education programs as assigned
• Knowledge or willingness to learn environmental cleaning, laundry, and related processes including assisting residents with organizing and tidying their room, supporting with meals, 1:1 recreational activity, sorting and labelling resident items.
• Ability to stand, walk, squat, reach, lift for significant periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to work safely, following established safety practices and procedures

Time Type: Part time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.