Relief Program Assistant

1 month ago

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

**Job Summary**

The Salvation Army Mountberry Adult Day Service is seeking a Relief Program Assistant to provide exceptional personal care to clients. As a key member of our team, you will be accountable to the Business Services Manager to deliver high-quality care according to established client care plans.

**Key Responsibilities:**

  • Provide personal care in accordance with established policy, client plan of care, and within the scope of practice of a PSW.
  • Contribute to and follow a plan of care to meet clients' assessed needs.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of personal care delivered.
  • Demonstrate a professional working knowledge of all equipment used in the delivery of nursing care.
  • Follow all corporate policies and procedures.
  • Seek direction from the Business Services Manager when client need exceeds experience or scope of practice.
  • Observe, report, record resident conditions, and follow care plans.
  • Assist in maintaining an environment appropriate to meet clients' individualized needs.

**Essential Duties:**

  • Provide thorough peri care following elimination of urine or feces.
  • Follow toileting schedule as per care plan, respond promptly to requests for toileting or change of incontinence products to prevent skin breakdown.
  • Complete all related documentation.

**Program Activities:**

  • Conduct and assist with planned programs in response to individual and group needs and interests.
  • Assist with the preparation of the program's physical environment and maintenance of the activity area.
  • Contribute to the development, coordination of annual strategic long-range programs and fundraising initiatives.
  • Complete and submit incident reports.
  • May be required to provide activity to seniors in a virtual format (Zoom, Teams, or other).

**Leadership:**

  • Promote positive work environment and teamwork by following the Mountberry Adult Day Service's policies and procedures.
  • Puts clients' needs and safety first.
  • Perform other duties as required.

**Working Conditions:**

  • This is a casual relief 'elect to work' position with no standard weekly hours of work.
  • There are no guaranteed hours; work will be offered on an as needed basis.
  • Flexibility in scheduling is required to meet program requirements.
  • Shifts may be scheduled at either program location.

**Qualifications and Education Requirements:**

  • PSW Certification or Social Services Diploma or equivalent.
  • Current Gentle Persuasive Approach training.
  • Current First Aid & CPR Certification.
  • Current Safe Food Handling Certification.
  • Montessori for Dementia Care certificate would be an asset.
  • U-First Training would be an asset.
  • Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

**Experience and Knowledge:**

  • Minimum of one (1) year of prior work experience working with cognitively impaired/frail elderly populations.
  • Previous experience conducting craft, music, art, fitness, etc., skills.

**Skills and Capabilities:**

  • Proficiency in all Microsoft Office suite of products.
  • Demonstrate effective working relationships within a team environment and work collaboratively with all staff and volunteers.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English.
  • Demonstrate leadership skills and strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Attention to detail, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and exercise good judgment.
  • Self-motivated and disciplined.
  • Communicate in a sensitive and compassionate manner.
  • A good listener with a genuine concern for the client/participant. Be able to offer sound advice that can meet the client/participant's expectations.
  • Participate in mandatory orientation training, departmental staff meetings, on-going professional development, and training.
  • Participate in regular supervision and performance appraisal process.
  • Ensure all certifications are maintained as required.
  • Represent the organization in a positive, professional, and engaging manner.
  • Work in compliance with the OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army's health and safety policies and procedures.
  • Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.
  • Valid Ontario Class 'G' Driver's License, personal vehicle required and insurance, current copy of driver's abstract that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.
  • Screening through The Salvation Army Abuse Registry.
  • Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening.
  • Develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

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