Front-line care and support opportunities

Please review the following position descriptions to determine whether your professional profile corresponds to our needs and expectations. Team leaders and professional staff, such as RNs, who provide leadership and supervision to care and support staff must have computer skills and the ability to work flexible hours.

Registered Nurse

RNs have a leadership role, supervising care and services provided by Registered Practical Nurses and Personal Support Workers, as well as planning, directing and co-ordinating activities necessary for the effective operation of the Resident Home Areas. A current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario, and current CPR certification are required. Experience in long term care or rehabilitation nursing with dementia care, and knowledge of GENTLECARE® are preferred. We encourage RNs to pursue different areas of specialization and continuing education, including: Infection Control, Skin & Wound Care Management, Psychogeriatric Resource Co-ordination, Dementia Care, Palliative Care, and Staff Development.

RPN

RPNs are leaders of a Resident Home Area, and primary care nurses for a number of residents. Liaising with families as well as dietary and recreation staff, administering medication, planning care and supervising Personal Support Workers comprise a significant part of the RPN's role. A current certificate of competence as an RPN from the College of Nurses of Ontario, including successful completion of a Medication Administration Certificate course, is essential. Experience in long term care, and a special interest in dementia care are also important requirements.

PSW

A caring, empathetic attitude and the ability to work proactively as part of a multidisciplinary team are crucial in providing personal care and assistance to residents in the activities of daily living. Completion of the Personal Support Worker's Certificate through a recognized college or institution is required. Experience working with the elderly, especially those with dementia, in a long term care centre is preferred.

Therapists

To enhance the quality of life for residents and their families, a residence may contract with one or more therapists who can provide additional assistance in the following areas: Aromatherapy, Art, Horticulture, Massage Therapy, Music, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Reflexology, Speech & Language.

Recreation Therapist

Combining a degree in Recreation Therapy, Kinesiology, Physical Education or another Health Science discipline, with at least 3 years of experience in long term care, the Recreation Therapist is responsible for managing daily recreation and leisure services within the residence. This includes completing an assessment of each resident’s recreation and leisure interests with the family at admission, so as to develop and maintain programs that are suited to the resident’s individual needs and capabilities. This challenging role demands knowledge of, or courses in, Gerontology, and a special interest in dementia care.

Recreation Assistant

Working under the direction of the Recreation Therapist, and applying their knowledge of programming needs for older adults with dementia, Recreation Aides develop and implement a wide range of day-to-day social and recreational programs and special events. This role demands a post-secondary diploma in Activation Techniques, Recreation Therapy, Gerontology, Dementia Studies or equivalent, combined with at least 2 years of experience in a long term care setting and the ability to work flexible hours to provide a full calendar of programs. A valid Ontario driver's licence and a clean driving record are also needed to participate in off-site events.

Lifestyle Coordinator

Plans, schedules, and implements regular monthly recreation, wellness and lifestyle programs, including aquatic programs, in consultation with residents. Plans and facilitates special events and outings, introduces new programs, prepares a newsletter and recreation calendar for each month, providing a variety of activities to meet the physical, social, intellectual, cultural, and spiritual interests of active seniors.  A degree in Recreation/Leisure studies coupled with Gerontology courses in required, as well as 3-5 years experience in recreation planning for seniors. Strong organization and communication skills are required. Certified Fitness Instructor or personal trainer preferred. 

Restorative Care Assistant

The ability to help residents optimize their abilities is key, in order to assist with individual and group therapy programs such as walking, dining, range of motion flexibility, communication, endurance training and occupational life skills retraining, as directed by the Physiotherapist, Speech and Language Therapist, or Occupational Therapist. A post-secondary diploma at a community-college level in a health-related field, such as Restorative Care Program, Gerontology, Physiotherapy Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant or Activation Techniques, is required. Good assessment and documentation skills are also expected.

Volunteer Coordinator

The Volunteer Coordinator plans and organizes volunteer programs in response to the resident’s strengths, needs and wishes and encourage resident participation in the planning of volunteer services.  Provides proper orientation for all new volunteers and coordinates and maintains educational and training programs for facility volunteers in cooperation with staff education. Coordinates and monitors the activities of the volunteers on an ongoing basis and evaluates the work performed by the volunteers on a regular basis.  Liaises with the community and other volunteer organizations regarding volunteerism, and engages in joint planning and educational programming as appropriate to the facility’s goals. Completion of a college or university level course in volunteer service and a minimum of 3 years volunteer experience with older adults is required as well as certification with the Ontario Association of Directors of Health Volunteer Services.

Cook

All Specialty Care cooks must be qualified as a cook/chef or equivalent, and have 2 to 3 years of experience in a long term care facility, including expertise with quantity food preparation and kitchen supervision. Completion of a recognized Food Handler's Certificate Program, with further training in the safe handling of food, is necessary. A good understanding of therapeutic diets, texture modifications and nutritional supplements, and the ability to assist with inventory control, temperature and food safety audits, and routine cleaning are also required.

Dietary Aide

Responsibilities of this role include meal finishing, portioning of foods and beverages, table setting and clearing, meal and beverage service, snack preparation, stocking of pantries, dishwashing, cleaning and sanitation activities. These tasks demand at least 1 year of experience in a long term care facility or restaurant setting, and an interest in working with seniors and persons with special needs. A Grade 12 education is preferred, with completion of a recognized Food Handler's Certificate Program. A community-college certificate from a recognized Food Service Worker's course, or a willingness to get certified after hiring is encouraged.

Maintenance Manager

Five years experience in large building maintenance, knowledge of HVAC equipment, computerized building management systems, and electrical systems distribution, as well as basic plumbing and electrical skills, are essential for the Maintenance Manager position.  Duties include performing routine maintenance and repairs for the residence as well as maintaining equipment, plumbing and electrical systems.  The Maintenance Manager ensures that fire safety standards are adhered to and ensures that WHMIS labeling and MSDS standards are met.  A diploma in Building Environmental Systems from a Community College, or equivalent, is required.

Maintenance Supervisor

Experience in large building maintenance, knowledge of HVAC equipment, computerized building management systems, and electrical systems distribution, as well as basic plumbing and electrical skills, are essential for the Maintenance Supervisor position.  Duties include performing routine maintenance and repairs for the residence as well as maintaining equipment, plumbing and electrical systems.  The Maintenance Supervisor ensures that fire safety standards are adhered to and ensures that WHMIS labeling and MSDS standards are met.  A diploma in Building Environmental Systems from a Community College, or equivalent, is preferred.

 

Maintenance Assistant

The Maintenance Assistant performs routine maintenance, minor repairs, fire safety, cleaning services and scheduled servicing operations and monitors all areas of the Home for ongoing maintenance requirements. Knowledge of HVAC equipment, computerized building management systems, and electrical systems distribution and basic electrical and plumbing skills is required. WHMIS training is an asset.  

 

 Janitor

Our larger residences may also employ a Janitor, who reports to the Director of Environmental Services, and is responsible for simple mechanical repairs, heavy cleaning routines, outdoor landscape maintenance, light carpentry, painting and seasonal cleaning. A Grade 12 education, at least 2 years of experience in mechanical maintenance, and an interest in working with seniors are expected.

Housekeeper

This key support role involves maintaining resident rooms and common areas to ensure that the building is clean, clutter-free and odour-free. Cleaning experience in a healthcare or hospitality setting, and a Grade 12 education are preferred. To be successful in this function, an individual should enjoy working as a team player with frail, elderly persons, and be willing to learn dementia care strategies.

Laundry Aide

Combining their experience with commercial-grade laundry equipment, and an interest in working with seniors, Laundry Aides provide daily laundering and valet services for residents' personal clothing as well as linens. A Grade 12 education is preferred.

Guest Attendant - Retirement

As an integral member of the retirement home staff, the Guest Attendant performs a multi tasking function that involves assisting residents with housekeeping, laundry, dining, leisure activities and some personal care and reminders. A Grade 12 education is preferred, along with good communication, organizational and cleaning skills and, above all, a warm, gentle approach with seniors.

Dining Room Server

Responsible for all aspects of dining service and resident functions such as parties and private family meals, preparation and serving of beverages and meal accompaniments, serving of food, and cleaning of dining room. Assists with the preparation and presentation of food under the direction of the Cook. Must be able to serve liquor, have experience in a dining room setting.  Good command of the English language, both oral and written. Must be able to work and communicate effectively with residents, staff and guests. Ability to work independently and/or as a member of a team. 

Receptionist

An organized communicator with good telephone manner, you will provide clerical services, including coordinating conferences and maintaining staff schedules. With at least one year of clerical experience, you have keyboarding skills of 50 w.p.m., proficiency in MS Office and computerized payroll, and knowledge of health-care terminology.

Staffing Coordinator

Maintains Nursing staffing schedule and assists in the replacement of nursing staff as required, documents staff absences, shifts worked and other paperwork related to staffing, collects, processes and forwards nursing staff payroll information to the Office Manager, ensures all pertinent information regarding resident’s admission, discharge, transfers and deaths and new employees is documented and relayed and perform incidental clerical work including typing, filing, delivering messages, sorting mail, photocopying and faxing for Nursing Department.

 

Unit Clerk/Reception

The incumbent will maintain nursing staffing schedules and assist in the replacement of nursing staff as required. Responsibilities also include documenting and relaying resident and employee information and performing clerical work including typing, filing, delivering messages, sorting mail, photocopying and faxing. A minimum of one year clerical experience is required, along with strong time management, organizational and computer skills.

 

Cook

The Cook reports to the Director of Dietary Services. This position is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all activities necessary for the daily management of the dietary department within the Home. She/he supervises all dietary staff who are responsible for the provision of services to the residents in the absence of the Director of Dietary Services.

Marketing Assistant

The Marketing Assistant is responsible to the General Manager for providing tours to potential new residents and their families on the weekends and for the management of all marketing activities that occur in the home. The incumbent of this position will also be responsible for maintaining the marketing database. The Marketing Assistant will have 1-2 years of experience in a marketing or related role, strong communication skills and leadership qualities, and demonstrated computer literacy with Microsoft Word, Excel and internet usage.

Staff Accountant

This newly created, Etobicoke-based opportunity, with the possibility of relocating to Vaughan in August 2009, is well suited to an organized, self-motivated team player who has completed the 3^rd level of the CGA program, and gained a minimum of 5 years of accounting experience. You will report to the Chief Financial Officer, assuming responsibility for all tasks involved in the preparation of financial statements. As a result, you must be proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook and ACCPAC, and able to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Bookkeeper

The Bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining accounting records for the Home related to resident billing and accounts payable as well as performing payroll duties necessary for the calculation of accurate wages and salaries to employees. The incumbent also prepares journal entries, runs reports, reviews bookkeeping records and provides administrative support including typing, filing, delivering messages, sorting mail, and photocopying. Previous experience in bookkeeping as well as in the retirement setting is required.