Personal Attendant

We are currently hiring Part Time Personal Attendant to join our AbleLiving Community program in the East Hamilton area. This location is accessible by public transit. This program operates 24/7.

AbleLiving Services is a non-profit organization providing personal support services to adults with disabilities living within their own home or one of our independent living facilities. Our clients direct and customize the services they receive and we support them to maximize their independence and enhance their quality of life. We provide services across the Golden Horseshoe in the Mississauga, Burlington, Stoney Creek and Hamilton communities.

Interested in bringing your talent to our team? Here is what we offer:

• Competitive wages
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Ongoing opportunities for education, training, development, and growth
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• $500 Signing Bonus

Thrive Group is proud to be certified as one of Canada's Great Places to Work In addition, we have been recognized an awarded as:

• 2024/2025 Best Workplaces with the Most Trusted Executive Team
• 2024 Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada
• 2023 Best Workplaces for Giving Back

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the program supervisor, this position is responsible for providing personal support services, life-skills support and light housekeeping duties to enable clients to remain in their own homes and live as independently as possible.  Duties include assisting clients with personal care, arranging and escorting clients to appointments, and housekeeping services. Such duties are carried out under the direction of the client or alternate decision maker and in accordance with Client Service Contracts, laws and regulations governing service provision

Requirements:

• Experience in the provision of personal support services to people with disabilities and/or seniors are requirements for this position.
• Ability to empathize with people with physical and emotional needs is essential.
• Knowledge of basic math and ability to do calculations and quantity measurements are required. 
• Must be able to plan and organize work and perform tasks according to priority. 
• Ability to make solid decisions and problem-solve effectively are also essential. Good oral and written communication skills, with a competent level of English are requirements.  Able to communicate in other languages is an asset. 
• Must demonstrate high commitment to providing exceptional customer service and be reliable, punctual, and capable of managing time effectively.  Ability to develop supportive relationships and work collaboratively with clients, family members, colleagues, volunteers, and community partners are essential.  Must be able to take direction and work independently as well as part of a team. 
• A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check or Criminal Reference Check is required. 

Job Type: Part-Time, permanent

We are currently hiring to fill an existing position on our team. While we thank all applicants for their applications, only those advancing to the interview stage will be contacted.

At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at or email