Alzheimer Society Respite - OSC Program Assistant

at  Alzheimer Society Lanark Leeds Grenville

EDUCATION

• PSW (Personal Support Worker) certificate or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

• 1-2 years’ experience working with seniors with cognitive and physical disabilities; including providing personal care and assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and experience working with individuals living with Alzheimer disease and related dementia
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills and the ability to work effectively with and without supervision
• Excellent organizational and decision making/problem solving skills
• Current First Aid/CPR and Ontario Food Handler’s certificate required
• Certification in GPA (Gentle Persuasive Approaches) and U-First an asset
• Current driver’s license and access to a vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage
• Clear vulnerable sector check

SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist program leadership in the effective day-to-day programming, including planning, organizing, staffing (as required), purchasing approved supplies, cleaning, and other duties as assigned
• Assist program leadership in the creation, implementation, and updating of individual client care plans
• Assist in creating an environment of comfort and security for clients; ensuring programs sites are clean and clear of any obstacles
• Assist in planning and evaluating the program activities to ensure that they remain safe and appropriate to the participants served, and conduct continuous quality improvement
• Assist volunteers and students in the implementation of planned programming
• Monitor and report any serious changes in behaviour or health to the ADP Team Leader or designate
• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (eating, dressing, toileting, medications, etc.) as appropriate

ADMINISTRATIVE/ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accountable to the Team Leader for the efficient operation of the Overnight Stay Care Program
• Maintain accurate and complete client documentation, and report to the Team Leader any concerns with client eligibility for the program
• Understand and be prepared to follow any pertinent emergency procedures, fire regulations, missing persons procedures, etc.
• Active participation in Society related meetings, providing follow up action and involvement as designated, working collaboratively with colleagues in a positive team centered approach
• Participation and involvement in annual fundraising events as required
• Document and report any unusual or hazardous incidents to the OSC Team Leader and/or Health and Safety Representative
• Communicate professionally with staff, students, volunteers, clients and families in accordance with Day Program Policies and Procedures
• Respects confidentiality and the dignity of clients.
• Undertakes tasks, special projects and other duties as assigned.

PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain good public relations in the community by presenting a positive image of the Society
• Be familiar with and adhere to the Alzheimer Society LLG Program Policies and Procedures and to follow management’s decisions to ensure efficient operation of the program
• Be motivated to receive education and training to better support clients attending Alzheimer Society programs
• Be knowledgeable of Alzheimer disease and related dementias and the latest development in research and treatment
• Participate in an annual performance review with the Program Team Leader
• Update Criminal Reference Check every two Year
• Resign Oath of Confidentiality and Conflict of Interest annually
  Job Type: Casual
  Pay: $20.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Smiths Falls, ON K7A 2H8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In perso