Adult Day Program - Toronto, Canada - COPERNICUS LODGE

COPERNICUS LODGE

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Full time

Description

Copernicus Lodge is a not-for-profit, charitable and ethno-specific organization made possible through the efforts of the Polish Canadian community and the vision of Father Michael Smith, OMI.

Located in the heart of the Roncesvalles community in the heart of west-end Toronto, we provide a continuum of care in a predominantly Polish, Roman Catholic environment to meet the changing needs of our seniors.

The Lodge is comprised of an Adult Day Program, 200 independent, affordable self-care apartments with a Supportive Housing program, and a 228 bed Long Term Care home.

We are seeking dynamic and innovative individuals to step into our open Adult Day Program Assistant role, who will work enthusiastically in a client and family centered and comprehensive services environment that meets client needs.

They will provide care to meet the physical, psychological, emotional, cultural, spiritual, and social needs of the clients within the policies and procedures of Copernicus Lodge.

Qualifications:

A diploma/certificate/degree from an accredited college/university in Recreation Therapy or Activation Coordinator
Minimum of 2 years' experience working as Recreation Therapy Assistant or Activity Therapy Assistant in a long term care community program setting
Courses in Gerontology are required
Able to provide good customer service; residentfocused
Excellent communication skills
Genuine interest to provide care and services to seniors
Able to work independently and as part of Multidisciplinary Team
Able to Maintain confidentiality and privacy of information
Energetic, motivated and have a good positive attitude
Ability to work flexible hours
PSW diploma is an asset
Oral and written knowledge of the English language
Fluency in Polish is an asset
Specialized training in Restorative, Behaviour Management, and Complex care is an asset
Designation in horticulture or horticulture therapy from a recognized College or University is an asset
Computer liberate in windows environment required

Copernicus Lodge is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.

Copernicus Lodge is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

COVID-19 considerations:

To help combat the Covid-19 pandemic, Copernicus Lodge has instituted programs including active screening, swabbing, and increased PPE practices.