Resident & Gust Attendant Memory Care

at  Seasons Retirement Communities LP

Resident & Guest Attendant Memory Care
Full Time Temporary
Seasons Retirement Communities
55 Diana Ave
Brantford, ON N3T 0C2

YOUR OPPORTUNITY!

We’re looking for a Memory Care Attendant. This role will make a difference every day in the lives of Seasons’ residents by providing exceptional care, memorable moments by nurturing relationships with our residents and providing safety and wellbeing of our residents in their home. This role will also assist in maintaining a safe and secure environment for residents, their families’ and other staff in accordance with Seasons vision, mission and values.

QUALIFICATIONS OR SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Covid-19 vaccination is mandatory

• Current First Aid and CPR certification

• Current Safe Food Handler’s certification
• Enrolled in the Alberta Health Care Aide (HCA) Directory (Applicable to Alberta applicants only)
• Empathy and compassion for the needs of the elderly with a specific focus on individuals with Alzheimer’s and Dementia
• Ability to communicate effectively following written and verbal instructions
• Strong ability to organize and prioritize workload throughout scheduled shift
• Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with residents, team members and guests
• Knowledge of medical equipment is considered an asset (blood pressure machine, oximeter, glucometer- and/or the ability to learn these skills with training)
• Previous experience providing personal care in healthcare environment is preferred

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. As a condition of employment, a Criminal Record Search which may include a vulnerable sector screen, will be required.
Seasons Retirement Communities (“Seasons”) is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested parties. In accordance with Season’s Accessibility Policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of Season’s hiring process.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Provide person-centered care services to residents with dementia/cognitive impairment (including medication administration) ensuring professionalism, dignity and compassion with each interaction of residents
• As part of the care team, follow infection control measures (per Seasons’ policies/procedures) to enhance the safety and wellbeing of residents and staff
• Provide assistance with activity programs, housekeeping tasks (i.e. making beds, general cleaning) and laundry of residents as assigned
• Respond to resident medical/physical/emotional needs with collaboration from Memory Care Manager/Health and Wellness Manager
• Perform set-up, serving and tear down services for daily meal services as well as assist residents with walking to and from dining room and assist with eating
• Promote and support a person centered approach to care and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with residents and co-workers by committing to making every interaction positive and meaningful
• Complete all necessary education requirements in a timely manner as required
• All other duties as assigned