Guest Attendant (Casual)

at  The Manor At Gravenhurst

“HOW DO YOU LIVE IN THE MOMENT?”

We are passionate about ‘Making Every Moment Matter™.” We are seeking a candidate that shares our values - a person who has a passion to make a difference, who has a strong moral compass and who has a commitment to teamwork. The ideal candidate is a warm and loving person who makes meaningful connections with those they are caring for.
Guest Attendants report to the Health and Wellness Manager and provide residents with physical and personal care needs to a high-quality standard and with sensitivity. Additionally, the Unregulated Care Provider demonstrates commitment to resident safety by providing high-quality care in accordance with the organization’s vision and mission.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The qualifications needed to join our family are as follows:

• PSW or Health Care Aide Certification preferred,
• Experience in Retirement or long-term care preferred,
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications are preferred but not mandatory,
• Demonstrated understanding of/empathy for the needs of seniors,
• Good understanding of the nursing/health and wellness process,
• Willingness to update and keep current their knowledge of changing regulations, practices and procedures,
• Skills and abilities contribute to organization’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity,
• Mentally and physically able to perform duties as assigned,
• Organizational and time-management skills,
• Individual and teamwork skills,
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing,
• Clear vulnerable sector screening (w/ in last 6 months), recent TB test results (w/ in last 6 months) or Chest X-ray (w/ in last 1 yr), and two supervisory references required.

We look forward to speaking with you and Making Every Moment Matter™. Although we appreciate all applicants’ interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
We are committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity in the workplace, and we welcome applications from all persons. Our organization takes the accessibility needs of employees and candidates with disabilities into account during the position summary review process. Employees and candidates are required to notify their Director/Manager/Supervisor or Hiring Manager if they have any accessibility needs, and the organization will work with the employee to address them.

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) according to the care plan
• Medication Administration according to relevant legislative requirements and organizational policies and procedures
• Provides general housekeeping, laundry, and recreational activities
• Displays a sense of spontaneity and ability to change the moment positively for people
• Monitor residents’ well-being and report changes to the supervisor and respond to medical emergencies
• Thoroughly document Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Ensure the health and safety of all individuals within the home by following procedures and protocols
• Assist with dining service
• Maintains confidentiality of all resident information including resident medication among other residents
• Deals courteously with staff, residents, resident families and visitors
• Provide emergency first aid/care until appropriate medical care is available
• Assist with resident admissions and discharges when required
• Complete medication administration training
• Assist with administration of medication to residents
• Any and all other tasks as assigned