Respite Worker

1 week ago

Sarnia, Canada Alzheimer Society Sarnia Lambton Full time

**Respite Worker**

The Alzheimer Society of Sarnia-Lambton (ASSL) is a community support service organization that provides programs and services to people living with dementia and their care partners in Sarnia-Lambton. We work closely with other service providers to ensure quality care and support for our clients.

We employ administrative and fund development staff, educators, social workers, nurses, therapeutic rec staff, personal support workers and volunteers who work together as a team to meet the needs of people living with dementia and their care partners.

We recognize the value and dignity of each individual and ensure everyone has genuine, open, and unhindered access to employment opportunities, free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment, where the rights of all individuals and groups are protected and all members feel safe, respected, empowered, and valued for their contributions.

Our values include justice and connection and are the guideposts we use for decision-making of all kinds. We believe that this will guide the organization toward a place of inclusion for all - where equity and access to essential supports and services becomes the reality.

As a respite worker you will provide meaningful engagement with his/her clients in the client’s home while the care partner takes a much-needed break. The Respite worker attends to the personal care needs of the client while ensuring a safe environment is maintained. The worker must collaborate with his or her supervisor and the client’s family so that the client’s care plan is up to date and in line with the client’s and family’s wishes for client care.

**What you will be doing**
- Provide supervision, socialization, activation and to the person with dementia in an appropriate and safe environment
- Provide assistance with day-to-day activities (cooking, light housekeeping, laundry) if stated in the client’s plan of care or directed by Support Services Coordinator in order to maintain and enhance client’s functional abilities.
- Provides assistance with toileting for occasional or ongoing needs
- Provide social and or emotional support for clients and their families
- Observe and report any changes and/or information pertaining to the well-being of clients according to agency’s policies and procedures
- Complete any required reports or documentation in accordance with the Agency’s policies and procedures
- Promotes a safe environment for both the client and worker
- Maintain client confidentiality and respect client individuality
- Perform other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

**What you will bring along**
- PSW certificate or equivalent
- Experience working with vulnerable populations in a community settings
- Ability to work independently and as a cooperative team member
- Analytical skills to assess client’s needs, functional level and ability to perform Activities of Daily Living and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living
- Time management skills to follow an established schedule
- Interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with clients, colleagues, supervisors, agency personnel and other health care professionals.
- Mindfulness of cultural sensitivity and diversity
- Ability to speak French or other languages an asset
- Maintain a current knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias

**What we offer**

**Salary Range**: starting wage of $19 per hour

**Benefits**: Extended health and dental benefits, defined Contribution Pension Plan, Employee assistance Plan

Flexibility: We have a flexible work arrangement policy that allows employees to work from home or telecommute based on their job role and job tasks

**To Apply**

Please submit your resume with cover letter to:
**Job Types**: Part-time, Casual

**Salary**: From $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 - 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Holidays
- On call
- Weekends as needed

**Experience**:

- PSW: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)
- G2 driver's license (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 75% (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-04-15

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