Full-Time Personal Attendant, Binbrook (Ableliving Services)

AbleLiving Services is a non-profit organization providing personal support services to adults with disabilities, and seniors living within their own home or one of our independent living facilities. Our clients direct and customize the services they receive and we support them to maximize their independence and enhance their quality of life. We provide services across the Golden Horseshoe in the Mississauga, Burlington, Stoney Creek, Brant, Haldimand-Norfolk and Hamilton communities.

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We are currently hiring (1) Full-Time Personal Attendantto join our Binbrookteam.

• Please note: this location is not accessible by public transit - access to a vehicle or reliable transportation is required*

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Manager of Community Services, or designate this position is responsible for providing non-medical personal support services, life-skills support and light housekeeping duties to enable clients to live as independently as possible. Duties include assisting clients with personal care, arranging and escorting clients to appointments, and housekeeping services. Such duties are carried out under the direction of the client or alternate decision maker and in accordance with Client Service Contracts, laws and regulations governing service provision.

Employment Guide

• Ability to develop supportive relationships and work collaboratively with clients, family members, colleagues, volunteers, and community partners are essential
• Able to communicate in other languages is an asset
• Must be able to plan and organize work and perform tasks according to priority
• Additional certification in personal support care, first aid, health care or other related qualification preferred
• Ability to make solid decisions and problem-solve effectively are also essential
• Must be able to take direction and work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to empathize with people with physical and emotional needs is essential
• Knowledge of basic math and ability to do calculations and quantity measurements are required
• Must demonstrate high commitment to providing exceptional customer service and be reliable, punctual, and capable of managing time effectively
• Experience in the provision of personal support services to people with disabilities and/or seniors are requirements for this position
• A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check or Criminal Reference Check is required
• Good oral and written communication skills, with a competent level of English, are requirements

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

As a condition of employment, you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated or provide proof of valid exemption satisfactory to the employer prior to your start date.

*Please be advised that this posting is open to members of Binbrook CUPE local 3943 bargaining unit members. If unfulfilled in that process applicants from Thrive Group Organizations will be considered. If unfulfilled by that process other external applicants will be considered*

Thrive Group welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation in the completion of this application please contact the HR Department at 289-309-8477 or by email at [email protected].