Care Attendant

155 Ontario Street, St.Catharines, ON, L2R 0E6Permanent, Part-Time, Hourly*Positions like a caregiver, support aide, care aide, care support attendant, and personal aide are appropriate for this role.**NO CARE EXPERIENCE NEEDED*OurMission to You:As a certified Great Place to Work®, Seasons believes that every single team member plays an important role in the overall happiness of our residents. We foster a culture of growth and support for our committed team members and offer opportunities for personal and professional development to advance a rewarding career in the seniors housing sector. What We Look For:Seasons looks for individuals who are enthusiastic about making a positive difference in the life of another person. We hire individuals who are committed to building meaningful relationships and strive for service excellence so our residents can be proud to call Seasons their home. Keen attention to details, going the extra mile and putting a little “wow” into everything we do is the Seasons wayYour OpportunityWe’re looking for a Memory Care Attendant.This role will make a difference every day in the lives of Seasons’ residents by providing exceptional care, memorable moments by nurturing relationships with our residents and providing safety and wellbeing of our residents in their home. This role will also assist in maintaining a safe and secure environment for residents, their families’ and other staff in accordance with Seasons vision, mission and values.What You Will Do: Provide person-centered care services to residents with dementia/cognitive impairment (including medication administration) ensuring professionalism, dignity and compassion with each interaction of residents As part of the care team, follow infection control measures (per Seasons’ policies/procedures) to enhance the safety and wellbeing of residents and staffProvide assistance with activity programs, housekeeping tasks (i.e. making beds, general cleaning) and laundry of residents as assignedRespond to resident medical/physical/emotional needs with collaboration from Memory Care Manager/Health and Wellness ManagerPerform set-up, serving and tear down services for daily meal services as well as assist residents with walking to and from dining room and assist with eatingPromote and support a person centered approach to care and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with residents and co-workers by committing to making every interaction positive and meaningfulComplete all necessary education requirements in a timely manner as requiredAll other duties as assignedQualifications or Skills Required: Covid-19 vaccination is mandatoryCurrent First Aid and CPR certification Current Safe Food Handler’s certificationEnrolled in the Alberta Health Care Aide (HCA) Directory (Applicable to Alberta applicants only)Empathy and compassion for the needs of the elderly with a specific focus on individuals with Alzheimer’s and DementiaAbility to communicate effectively following written and verbal instructionsStrong ability to organize and prioritize workload throughout scheduled shiftAbility to exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with residents, team members and guestsKnowledge of medical equipment is considered an asset (blood pressure machine, oximeter, glucometer- and/or the ability to learn these skills with training)Previous experience providing personal care in healthcare environment is preferredAll applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. As a condition of employment, a Criminal Record Search which may include a vulnerable sector screen, will be required. Seasons Retirement Communities (“Seasons”) is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested parties. In accordance with Season’s Accessibility Policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of Season’s hiring process. We thank all applicants for their interest. However only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Line 4 - Days (7am-3pm)Line 4 - 30 hours bi-weekly