QUALIFICATIONS:

Training & Experience:

• Successful completion of CCA course and provincial CCA certification or willingness to obtain certification
• Training and experience with Alzheimer and Dementia care is an asset
• Training and experience in Palliative Care is an asset

As a member of the resident care team you must:

• Provide personal care to residents including restorative care programs, walking and range of motion
• Have the ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis
• Have the ability to meet the physical requirements of the job including safe lifting, push, pull and bending with demonstrated use of proper body mechanics
• Have good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to resolve conflicts
• Maintain confidentiality concerning residents, staff and organizational information
• Understand and support the principles of Resident Focused care
• Be a respectful and hardworking team player with a professional and courteous manner
• Communicate and report relevant information regarding resident care and any health and safety issues to your Supervisor.
• Provide a criminal record check.

• Assists clients with hygiene needs and daily living activities including bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, positioning in bed, feeding and transferring.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of resident leisure activities on a daily basis.
• Collaborates with residents, families, volunteers and other members of the team in the development of an individualized Resident care plan.