About the Role
The Care Support Assistant is a critical role within our communities, impacting the lives of residents and igniting the warmth of human connection. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day care and support to each individual resident, ensuring their comfort and welfare needs are met in a warm, safe environment.
- Support residents in preparing for and attending Care Community events to promote a positive resident experience.
- Act as a resident companion, providing comfort, support, and companionship as directed.
- Assist with table/tray preparation, serving beverages and accompaniments, and serving food.
- Complete laundry and housekeeping duties as directed, including restocking shelves, making beds, transporting laundry, organizing closets, and cleaning bedside tables.
- Participate in resident admission orientation and transfer processes as directed.
- Transport residents to and from their rooms, recreational activities, health office, and dining room as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Safe Food Handling Certificate and WHMIS certificate.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
- Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and visitors.
- Ability to model the warmth of human connection in communication.
- Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
- Must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check (applicable to Ontario applicants).
- Must meet provincial police check and tuberculosis screening requirements as applicable.
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit.
- Must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Teamwork
- Independent work
Location
- Scarborough
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Entry Level
Education Level
- High school diploma
Salary/Compensations
- $20.98-$23.19 per hour
About the Company
- Sienna Senior Living is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and residents feel like they belong.
- Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.
- Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position.
Equal Opportunity
- Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.
