Community Support Independent Living Assistant - Parry Sound, Canada - The Friends
Description
In addition to competitive base pay, competitive shift premiums/travel compensation, we hope you may be enticed to discover a new passion.
Interested in making a difference? Supporting your community? New to the area? Looking to build your skills? Got a bit of spare time? Join our team- The Friends_ is recruiting Independent Living Assistants (I.L.A.) in the Parry Sound area. If you are looking for meaningful work to make a difference in the lives of others, give us a call. We provide comprehensive training, support and an inclusive team environment. Once you discover your passion to work with, and help seniors and those with physical disabilities you may be interested in furthering education to become Personal Support Worker (P.S.W.) at no cost to yourself.
Perhaps you have cared for a family member, or have always wanted to work in the health care field; perhaps COVID-19 has disrupted your life path or, alternatively perhaps early retirement has had an isolating effect.
I.L.A.'s provide service to individuals with physical disabilities and/or seniors by supporting them with personal care, activities of daily living and encouraging/facilitating client ability to live independently.
- The Friends_ provide community support through a variety of programs. As an I.L.A. you will work with a diverse group of clients allowing you to develop a broad range of skills in your career development. Whether you work onsite in our housing program or visit individual client homes in the community, educational opportunities and a comprehensive on the job training program with our dedicated team will contribute to your success. Give it a try
Dignity - Teamwork - Innovation - Empowerment
Qualifications:
- interest/experience supporting seniors and adults with physical disabilities living in their own home with health care needs
- background/training in health related field is an asset but not necessary
- understanding of and commitment to independent living and client right to direct their own care
- excellent physical strength and stamina
- ability to work with direction and independently
- strong verbal and written communication skills
- sound judgement and discretion in confidential matters
- reliable vehicle
All staff are provided Personal Protective Equipment if necessary.
Work Remotely
- No
Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent, Casual
Pay:
$22.00-$25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Commuter benefits
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Onsite parking
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
- Overtime
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Parry Sound, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- driver's liscence (required)
Work Location:
In person
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