Resident Assistant Lodge

Organization Background

Shepherd Village is Toronto's largest not-for-profit senior community and has been dedicated to the well-being of seniors since 1961. We're committed to meeting the changing physical, spiritual and social needs of seniors through quality care and compassionate service. Everything we offer is designed to enhance the quality of life and peace-of-mind of our residents, and their family and friends.

Shepherd Village is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for the position of Resident Assistant Lodge (Temporary Full-Time 6 months).

What You Will Work On

Reporting to the Nurse Manager, and under the direction of the Registered Staff, the Resident Assistant is responsible for assisting the nursing staff in tasks that require both hands-on and no hands-on care of our residents. Duties include but not limited to: transporting residents to programs, dining rooms and appointments within the Home, answering call bells, delivering messages to the nursing staff, maintaining organization in resident's rooms and providing 1:1 resident support, washing dishes, and housekeeping. 

What You Can Expect From Us

• Great culture as confirmed by the Organization having receive the Great Places to Work certification in November 2025.
• An opportunity to participate in and contribute to the work of the largest seniors care community in Toronto.
• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive Extended Health Care and Dental coverage.
• Employer paid Life insurance benefits; employee paid long-term disability insurance.
• Paid sick time.
• Enhanced with vacation time plan starting at 4 weeks plus additional float days each year supporting work-life balance.
• Matching contributions to a group RRSP.
• Location on a major transit line with a bus stop positioned at the Organization's property.

How You'll Create Impact

• Transport resident to onsite programming, dining room and internal appointments
• Performs tasks such as: cleaning spills; making beds and changing linens; maintain clean, tidy, safe environment in the Home including the resident's room; labelling of personal grooming items; putting away personal laundry; cleaning high touch surfaces; wiping up spills and regularly organizing resident closets and drawers.
• Assists with nutrition and feeding, including but not limited to : distributing cloth protectors for meal times; setting up the dining room for meal times and clearing dishes after meals; assisting with feeding the residents through encouragement and coaching.
• Assist resident with hand washing before and after meals.
• Spends time with residents engaging in activities such as reading, card games and puzzles.
• Provides 1:1 resident support.
• Answer call bells and communicate residents' concerns to staff.
• Collaborates with residents, families and team members to maintain a positive, supportive and safe environment for all.
• Participates in Quality Improvement activities and advocates for the resident/family individual needs and preferences.

What Are Your Skills and Experience

• Mentally and physically able to perform duties as assigned.
• Ability to communicate positively with other staff, residents and families.
• Demonstrates empathy, concern and interest in providing quality care and service to residents.
• Takes initiative and looks for opportunities to make the lives of our residents better.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• No hands-on personal care is permitted.
• Positive attitude and a willingness to assist seniors with excellent customer service.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be able to lift, bend, push and pull.
• Proficient in MS office applications.
• Preference will be given to those who have experience working in Healthcare.

How To Apply:

Interested candidates should apply at:

Deadline: December 7, 2025

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

We are committed to accessibility in the candidate application and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process, providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements of the vacant position. Applicants are asked to please make their accommodation requirements known when contacted.

Successful candidates must provide a complete and current (i.e. within six months prior to hire date) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.