Permanent Part-time Day Program Support Staff/float

The **Alzheimer Society of Chatham-Kent**is an independent and not-for profit charitable organization in Chatham, Ontario that provides supports and services for those affected by Alzheimer’s Disease or related dementias. For over 35 years, we have had a strong commitment to collaborating with our community partners and our mission: _to improve the quality of life of people affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias through education, outreach, effective programming, and research. _Programming includes but is not limited to, 2 locations of Adult Day Programs, In-Home Respite, First Link Care Navigation and support, Education and Behavioural Supports Ontario. We are currently searching for a Perm PT Day Program Support staff to join our team.

**Job Summary**:
Reporting to the Day Program Coordinators and Day Programs Manager, the **Part-Time Day Program Support Staff** will be utilized in the day programs to cover staff sick time, vacation, and other programming needs. The Part-Time Day Program Support Staff will work together with the Day Program team to ensure the highest level of person-centred care through social, physical, and recreational activities that promote self-esteem and the maintenance of brain health.

**Responsibilities**:

- Reports to the Day Program Coordinators and Manager.
- Availability to ‘float’ between Wallaceburg and Chatham Day Programs. Shifts will involve both locations.
- Consistently works every Saturday in Chatham Day Program.
- Follows Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) procedures as per policy.
- Supports the Coordinator with the opening and closing procedures on Saturdays.
- Availability to replace staff in their absence.
- Supports the coordination and implementation of activities for the Day Program.
- Assists clients with personal care and the completion of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), using a person-centred approach.
- Supports physical and social activities to maintain skills and abilities.
- Assists in set-up and clean-up of snacks, meals, and activities.
- Assists clients with mobility as needed to reduce the risk of falls.
- Documents within ASCK’s Day Program guidelines.
- Provides exceptional communication with clients, care partners and other staff.

**Requirements**:

- PSW Certification.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
- Current First Aid & CPR Certification.
- A Food Handler’s Certificate approved be the Ontario Ministry of Health.
- Valid driver’s license
- Access to a dependable vehicle
- Training in GPA, Montessori or U-First would be an asset.
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment.

**Qualifications**:

- Ability to understand that those with dementia are all unique individuals who require specialized attention to their personhood and that care should be delivered accordingly.
- Knowledge and work experience with people affected by Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia is required.
- Sensitivity to the needs of those affected by dementia.
- Ability to utilize best practice care within scope of PSW role.
- Demonstrated professional work ethic and behaviours with internal and external contacts.
- Demonstrated effectiveness working with mínimal supervision and proven reliability and trustworthiness.
- Excellent written and verbal skills for both receiving and providing information.

**Working Conditions**:

- Must follow IPAC procedures to ensure safety of clients and staff.
- Considerable standing and walking in workspace.
- Bending and lifting of program items.
- Assisting with mobility and toileting.
- Some food preparation.

**Commitment to Equitable Recruitment**:
**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $19.00-$22.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 21 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Chatham-Kent, ON N7L 5M8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- Do you have a PSW/DSW diploma?

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-10-14