Adult Day Program Assistant

Adult Day Program Assistant

Health Services – Long Term Care

Status: 1 Regular Part Time Position

Hourly Rate: $29.30-$31.00/hour (plus 14% in lieu of benefits)

Work mode: Onsite – Tall Pines 1001 Peter Robertson Blvd., Brampton

Hours of work:  No guaranteed hours - various shifts including alternate weekends and holidays

Who we are: The Long-Term Care and Senior Services Divisions require staff to provide person-centered care to our residents and families following the Butterfly Model of Care. This will ensure high levels of emotional wellbeing and a better quality of life for those living in our homes and participating in our Adult Day Programs. We are looking for staff that bring passion and care to the work that they do.

What you will do in this role: Reporting to Supervisor, Adult Day and Community Services (or designate) you will provide therapeutic and recreational services and support the independence of clients in attendance at the Adult Day Service

• Maintain appropriate records in accordance with the policies and procedures and legislated standards of the Centre
• Serve all meals and snacks to clients according to proper dietary requirements
• Provide assistance for all activities of daily living
• Assist with providing activities, which are varied to meet the needs of the participants from the community
• Assess participants’ abilities and interests and recommend specific programs
• Day Program Assistant responsibilities as per job description
• Assist the participants to integrate into the group activities and programs which may include hobbies, social events, spiritual care programs and therapeutic regimes

What The Role Requires

• Must be physically able to perform all delegated duties
• Computer skills are required
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
• Must be able to communicate appropriately with residents, staff, volunteers and visitors
• Previous experience of at least one year in Adult Day Service or a long term care setting is preferred
• Must have effective oral and written communication skills
• Post secondary diploma in Social Services or Gerontology, OR two (2) year Activation/Recreation Therapy Diploma from an accredited community college is required
• Must have a valid CPR/First Aid certification
• Must have Food Handlers Certification
• May be required to hold a Class “F” license

Compensation: $29.30-$31.00/hour (plus 14% in lieu of benefits)

Location: Tall Pines – 1001 Peter Robertson Blvd, Brampton

Hours of Work: no guaranteed hours - shifts could be between 7:30am-9:00pm, Sunday to Saturday.

Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:

• Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
• 14% in lieu of benefits
• Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resources

Please note: Successful candidates hired to work within any of The Region of Peel’s Long Term Care Homes are required to provide the following information prior to hire:

• Vulnerable Sector Police Check
• TB Skin Testing

It is the responsibility of the successful candidate to pay for any associated costs of the above noted checks

If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.

At Peel Region, we value being open and transparent with our community. The Ontario government has passed legislation that will dissolve Peel Region on January 1, 2025. Peel remains committed to providing uninterrupted services to our residents and businesses through the transition. Skilled and qualified professionals are and will be needed to deliver services to the Peel community regardless of the governance model. For information about our transition and how we continue delivering services, visit peelregion.ca/transition.

As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced Covid-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.

About Us

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 175,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,500 strong and s ince 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Additional Information

The Region of Peel is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

The Region of Peel is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact [email protected] .

Please be advised, the Region of Peel uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.