Attendant

ATTENDANT POSITION – PART-TIME (Supportive Housing)

Nucleus Independent Living provides exceptional 24-hour support services to adults and seniors who require physical assistance in activities of daily living, which enables greater independence, dignity and comfort to the consumer, their families and friends.

Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager or delegate, the part time Attendant Worker provides clearly defined non-medical personal care, routine activities of living and homemaking services to seniors and adults with physical disabilities residing in their own residences within the communities served by Nucleus and by following service plans and established policies and procedures.

To learn more about our Supportive Housing Program, please visit

http://www.nucleusonline.ca/services/supportive-housing-program [http://www.nucleusonline.ca/services/supportive-housing-program]

Scheduled Work Hours: Ability and commitment to work shifts in a 24/7/365 operation

Responsibilities

Deliver consumer-directed support services, respecting the individuality and dignity of each consumer. Service tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Personal Support
• Washing/bathing/showering; mouth care; hair care
• Dressing/undressing
• Assistance with toileting
• Transferring/positioning/turning
• Preventative skin care, changing dressings (not wound care)
• Assistance with eating
• Assisting the consumer to take medication including oral medications, topical ointments and suppositories
• Essential communications

• Homemaking
• Meal preparation including menu planning; groceries; cooking; clean-up
• Light house cleaning including tidying of rooms; dishes

Qualifications

• Personal Support Worker Certificate from an accredited institution (RPN certification an asset)
• Valid CPR and First Aid Certificate
• Minimum one (1) or more years of recent work experience providing personal support services to those with physical disabilities (MS, Quadriplegic, ABI etc.)
• Solid knowledge of the legislation, principles, practices and methods of providing personal support services
• Awareness of issues and strategies affecting the provision of services to the physically disabled
• Ability to communicate fluently in English, both oral and written
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the proven ability to build a positive rapport and trusting relationships
• Demonstrated ability to listen and follow verbal instructions as directed by the consumer
• Reliability and punctuality are a must
• Understanding of abuse prevention strategies
• Understanding of PHIPA (Personal Health Information Protection Act) legislative requirements and the proven ability to work within therapeutic boundaries
• Able to assist consumers with standing, walking, sitting, lifting and transferring movements - Able to freely lift 23 Kgs (50 lbs)
• Good computer skills and ability to use of various electronic communication devices
• working with individuals with physical disabilities or in consumer-based care settings.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to manage and resolve concerns.
• Ability to work flexible hours and handle moderate to heavy physical tasks.
• Driver’s license, vehicle, and insurance.

Special Conditions

• As per collective agreement you must be available to work: one of two shifts either Days/Nights or Nights/Evening or Days/Evenings
• Hired to work at both locations: 2100 Weston Rd and 30 Dendara St.

Work Environment

If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and support to individuals in a safe, positive environment, we invite you to apply.

This position is part of the Union.

Nucleus values diversity in the workplace because it allows us to better understand and meet the needs of our clients and the communities we serve. It helps us foster greater creativity, breadth of experience, and personal growth among our staff, and it's essential to our success as an organization.

We want to ensure every job applicant is treated fairly and with respect regarding race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, family status and disability. Accommodations are available upon request. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply.