Resident Care Aide

**Join Our Team**

Since opening our first retirement community in 1989, Berwick Retirement Communities has been committed to offering quality retirement living and now owns seven residences across BC. We are proud to be Island owned & managed.

Berwick Retirement Communities promotes an environment which integrates hospitality with superior customer service and care. As a member of the Berwick team you will uphold a philosophy that respects choice, independence and autonomy for our residents.

Berwick Qualicum Beach is seeking a part time Resident Care Aide. The RCA assists residents with activities of daily living as outlined in the resident care plan.

The RCA works as part of a multi-disciplinary team in the delivery of care to Berwick residents. The RCA must strive to meet the physical, mental, emotional, social, nutritional and spiritual needs of the residents in a manner conducive to the resident’s safety, comfort and dignity.

**Schedule**:
Saturday to Sunday, Morning shifts: 7:00 am to 3:00pm daily (15 hours weekly).

**This position is temporary.**

**Duties**:
Under the direction of the General Manager and the Resident Services Manager, the ELS Resident Care Aide performs assisted living tasks to meet independent resident needs in accordance with Enhanced Living Services policies, procedures and nursing standards. This position is responsible for administering the residents Personal Services Plan including but not limited to bathing, medication reminders, ADL’s and laundry services. The RCA will document services provided on the resident progress notes, medication recording sheets, and the ADL recording sheets. The RCA will also observe and report any changes in resident’s functional or cognitive behaviour to the General Manager or the Resident Services Manager.

**Qualifications & Skills**:

- Completion of RCA certificate with diploma
- Medication Administration Certificate
- Registration with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry preferred
- WHMIS, First Aid, & CPR
- Experience in the field of geriatrics & resident care
- Knowledge of bath procedures and ADL needs for seniors
- Knowledge of methods of transfer and capable of supporting residents with varying degrees of mobility
- Physically able to lift, bend and perform repetitive movements
- Proficient and accurate observation and recording skills
- Demonstrates an awareness of accident and incident prevention and adheres to safe work practices
- Demonstrates a solid understanding of the intent, philosophy, and core values of assisted living when planning and delivering personal service and hospitality services

**Personal Competencies**:

- Relationship building & team oriented
- Strong communication skills including, listening, understanding & responding
- Commitment to customer relationships and hospitality by being caring and courteous to residents, families, visitors and co-workers
- Tact, diplomacy, sound judgment & confidentiality
- Patience, reliability and empathy skills
- Problem solving and conflict resolution skills

**Pay**:
Starting wage is $22.50 per hour, plus shift differentials as applicable, _**plus** _temporary Covid-19 Provincial wage subsidy top-up of $3.33 per hour.

Note: A criminal record check is required pursuant to the Criminal Records Review Act for working with vulnerable adults. Current TB test also required, as well as proof of Covid-19 vaccination(s).

**What Our Staff Are Saying About Working With Berwick Retirement Communities **_I love working at Berwick. Each day presents different opportunities to challenge ourselves. I get to work closely with staff and residents to ensure that the programs we offer are the highest quality and most up to date. We have such a great team that supports each one other and inspires me to do my best_.
- Jacqueline, Active Living Manager Berwick on the Park since 2017_
- One of the things I enjoy about working with Marquise at Berwick is the people I am surrounded with. My team is upbeat and focused on teamwork and high quality food. The company also has room for growth which is what we all want from an employer._
- _James, Executive Chef, Marquise Food Services at Berwick on the Lake since 2004
- It has been my pleasure to work at Berwick these past 10 years as a Resident Care Aide. I have enjoyed sharing many touching moments with residents and staff; they are all like family to me._
- Heather, Enhanced Living Services, Berwick House since 2008.
- Although I have only been here a short time, I feel right at home with Berwick. Everyone has been so warm, welcoming, supportive and responsive. This type of work place culture is truly hard to find and Berwick has mastered it It is no wonder Berwick has such a wonderful reputation in the community at large_
- Tara, Recruitment and Retention Coordinator Berwick Head office since 2020_

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Salary**: From $25.83 per hour

Application question(s):

- Do you have both Covid-19 Vaccinations