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About the Role

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. This role is crucial in providing direct care and support to participants, ensuring their well-being and safety.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for intake and discharge functions of participants.
• Receive and document all medications upon arrival and ensure safe and secure storage; administer and record the provision of all medications and treatments.
• Monitor nutritional status of participants and liaise with caregivers, Program Supervisors, and Community Nurse to resolve concerns.
• Create or assist in creating Individual Support Plans/Behaviour Support Plans.
• Answer call signals from participants and escalate concerns as required.
• Contribute to maintaining and improving optimal physical functionality, quality of life, and independence for participants.
• Provide direction, guidance, and support to PSW staff.
• Assist with personal care routines and routines of daily living.
• Maintain safety standards and confidentiality at all times.
• Administer first aid in emergency situations and engage emergency services as required.
• Provide appropriate participant intervention when managing responsive behaviours and support the team during crisis or medical emergencies.
• Liaise with emergency personnel and caregivers during participant-related medical emergencies.
• Ensure accurate documentation.
• Participate in client reassessments.
• Report identified needs to team members, Program Supervisor, and/or on-call designate, and caregiver.
• Complete and submit incident reports as required.
• Support program evaluation and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Ongoing monitoring of the environment for risk and safety issues and report concerns.
• Provide support and guidance to part-time and/or casual relief staff.
• Provide training, mentoring, and orientation to new staff/volunteers/students.

Requirements

• Minimum of one (1) year of prior related experience working with cognitively impaired/frail elderly populations.
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs unsupported.
• Current Gentle Persuasive Approach training.
• Current Safe Food Handling Certification.
• Willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army (e.g., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a vulnerable sector check search.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Skills

• Use a client-centered approach by consistently demonstrating compassion, respect, and empathy in all interactions.
• High standards of integrity, judgment, and confidentiality.
• Attention to details.
• Strong communication skills as well as strong writing and oral skills in English.
• Represent the organization in a professional and engaging manner.
• Assist personnel in developing professional and engaging skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Location

• Facility space

Work Type

• Permanent part-time
• Onsite

Experience Level

• Minimum of one (1) year of prior related experience

Education Level

• Completed a Community College or University program in Nursing, or related field in health care consisting of four academic years.
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario for those with a nursing background.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification.
• Geriatric Certificate an asset.

Salary/Compensations

• The target hiring range for this position is $23.10 to $28.88 with a maximum of $34.65.

Benefits

• Flexibility at work
• Health and dental benefits
• Paid vacation and sick time
• RRSP's
• Opportunities to expand skills and advance careers

About the Company

• For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda.
• Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter.
• In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges.
• We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship.
• As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
• Our employees are motivated by the fulfillment and meaning they experience as they serve people in need across Canada and Bermuda.
• Whether at the front-lines or in a support role, as part of our team you’ll work alongside a diverse and skilled group of purpose-driven professionals, empowered to provide exceptional service.
• We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace.
• There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.

Equal Opportunity

• As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.