QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

– Certification as a Health care Aide or related experience
– Current certificates in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid
– A valid class G driving license with full driving privilege, and successful completion of an Ongwanada recognized Defensive Driving Course
– Excellent interpersonal skills, good oral and written communication skills combined with sound judgment
– Experience working with the developmentally challenged would be an asset
– Ability to meet the physical demands of the job and to work shifts
Please submit a Cover Letter and Resume quoting to:
Human Resources Specialist
Ongwanada
191 Portsmouth Avenue
Kingston, ON K7M 8A6
Fax (613) 548-8135 Email: careers@ongwanada.com

• Assists in direct care of and in maintaining a healthy, safe living environment for Persons Served;
• Assisting in the provision of personal care i.e., bathing, dressing, feeding, brushing of teeth, toileting, etc.;
• Participating with and supporting in areas such as cooking, (following direction of dietitian and Canada food guide), housecleaning, laundry, making beds, and outside duties as required;
• Operating Ongwanada vehicles for transportation to and from various sites and activities, as required.
• Participates in client-focused leisure and recreational activities and events:
• Provides 1-1 support to clients as required under direction of person in charge/supervisor;
• Other Duties as directed.
  For the complete position description please contact careers@ongwanada.com.