Comfort Care Aide

Job description MONDAY-SUNDAYS : 8am-2pm or 9am-3pm - homecare

Educational and other Qualifications
- Minimum Grade 10

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Able to communicate in English both verbally and in writing so others can easily interpret and understand it fullyComfortable using a computer in order to complete orientation and onboardingExhibits an open and sincere approach by demonstrating respect and compassion for everyone equallyMaintains an individual's dignity and self-worth during conversationsExcellent active listening skillsDemonstrates flexibility by changing routine to accommodate resident/client needs

Preferred Work Experience
- Experience working with the elderlyHousekeeping/environmental experience

Duties
- Acting as a resident companion as directed; providing comfort and support to residents via companionship such as playing cards, reading the newspaper together, art, hand pamperingAssisting residents/clients with using mobile communication devices such as a smart phones, tablets 2Portering residents/clients to and from their rooms, recreational activities, and dining room as requiredProvides choice to clients/residents in terms of selection, while taking pride in food presentation and customer satisfactionAssisting with meals and feeding as directed by the RN/LPNFilling and replacing PPE cartsCleaning tubs/showers after useMaking unoccupied bedsEmpties laundry baskets, as requiredEmpties garbage, as requiredResident/client hair careAssisting residents/clients with hearing or vision challengesCompletes enhanced cleaning/disinfecting of high touch surfaces throughout the buildingScreens staff and visitors as per outbreak/pandemic procedureMonitors front entrance and receives deliveries as requiredLoads and unloads supplies into appropriate storage roomsMaintains a consistent clean environment which includes washing, cleaning/disinfecting surfacesAdheres to food service safety practices for food handling and hand washing proceduresParticipates in the recycling of appropriate materialsOperates all equipment in safe manner, reporting all deficiencies to immediate supervisorReports unsafe conditions to RN, LPN, or managerWorks closely with fellow team members to ensure all daily tasks are completed on scheduleDemonstrates dependability by reporting to work on time and as scheduledMaintains a high standard of cleanliness, keeping the work environment consistently tidyAdheres to all infection control practices and proceduresOther related duties as assigned

**Job Type**: Casual