Resident Support Assistant - Wiarton, Canada - County of Bruce

County of Bruce

Verified Company

Wiarton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Part time

Description

About the County

"Bold and beautiful Bruce County... a healthy, caring community of prosperity and innovation."
Nestled in the heart of the beautiful rural community of Wiarton is Gateway Haven Long Term Care Home. Alongside the picturesque Colpoys Bay in Wiarton, 100 residents call Gateway Haven Home.

Built in 2003, the home has many wonderful features that contribute to the health and well being of our residents.

The unique "C" shaped building allows each resident to have a view from their room whether it is a view of our beautiful park, surrounding neighbourhood or a picturesque view of Georgian Bay.

Our Motto:
Residents First Every day Every way

The success of the operation of both homes is built on the foundation that this is a true 'home' for all its Residents.

Home is a place where residents may live with dignity and in security, safety, and comfort and have their physical, psychological, social, spiritual and cultural needs adequately met.

This strong foundational belief is encompassed and supported by the legislation and regulations highlighted in "The Residents' Rights" and "The Long Term Care Homes Act 2007"
Both Gateway Haven and Brucelea Haven operate as municipal homes, and the not-for profit structure allows for a level of care that is of exceptional quality while also being transparent in operation and accountability

About the Job

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Make beds, change linen, collect and bag soiled linen/clothing and deliver to the appropriate locations.
Porter and escort residents as needed to meals, programs/activities and exercises.
Assist residents in the dining room by taking meal requests and serving meals.
Act as the second care provider in lifts and transfers, including the use of mechanical devices.
Cleaning of bathtubs between baths and stocking supplies.
Removing garbage from resident rooms and public areas.
Clean resident rooms including organization of resident personal belongings.
Putting away resident clothing and taking laundry from resident floors to laundry.
Exercise care in use of Brucelea and Gateway Haven equipment and residents' belongings.
Complete assigned tasks and duties in a timely manner.

Benefits:

Percentage paid in lieu of benefits and vacation
Opportunity to enroll into OMERS pension plan
Employee Referral Program
Access to an Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts to enjoy great savings on entertainment, travel, shopping, health & wellness, sport and more
Educational Assistance for skills development and career advancement

Health, Safety & Wellness

Health & Safety Program
Workplace Mental Health Program
Health & Wellness Committee Activities
Winter Loan Program offering equipment rentals for you discover Bruce County's winter wonderland

Salary

The wage rate for this position is $19.50 per hour plus an additional 12.84% in lieu of benefits and 4% in lieu of vacation.

Location
Gateway Haven Long Term Care Home - Wiarton, Ontario
Schedule

Shift Times

Day Shift: 7:00am - 3:00pm

Evening Shift: 11:00am - 7:00pm

Requirements:

Secondary School Diploma preferred
Ability to speak, read and write English
Computer literate
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work interdependently.
Demonstrates initiative, flexibility, good organizational skills
Resident/family oriented and able to act as an advocate of resident rights
Good physical and mental health and a professional attitude
Clear criminal background check (vulnerable sector screen)
Proof of full vaccination against COVID19 (3 doses)
2Step tuburculosis skin test

Privacy

Additional Information

The Corporation of the County of Bruce is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process.

If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants in advance, but regret that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Company

County of Bruce

Location

Gateway Haven

Opening Date

Jan 30, 2023