Medication Care Partner

Medication Care Partner
Aspira Yorkton Crossing Retirement Living - 348 Morrison Dr, Yorkton, SK S3N 4H9
Rate of Pay: $21.75
This posting is for an existing vacancy.

This is a Casual (on-call) position to pick up shifts when needed. There is no guarantee of number of shifts per week.

We are looking for someone who is available to pick up shifts any of the week for any of the below shifts:

• 7:00AM - 3:00PM
• 3:00PM - 11:00PM
• 11:00PM - 7:00AM (NIGHT)

At Sienna you won’t just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents who call Aspira their home. Join us in a role were knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible, it is expected. Our purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life! We truly believe it is a privilege to serve Canada’s seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect.

Why you belong here:

We are a purpose driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. We offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:

• A competitive wage and vacation
• Health & Dental benefits program
• Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
• Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs

What you’ll be doing:

You will be a welcomed team member, working in a fast-paced environment where you will make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives. As a Medication Care Partner, you will provide compassionate, high-quality care that supports residents’ health, safety, and overall well-being. As an individual and part of a wider team, you will be a strong contributor to the culture of the home, where the focus is always on helping residents live fully, every day.

What makes you a great fit?

• Administers medication according to relevant legislative requirements and policies and procedures
• Reviews residents’ Support Plans and provides assistance where indicated, with all required activities of daily living, including but not limited to, bathing, toileting, dressing, grooming, mobility, continence management, collecting and washing laundry, sorting and storing clean laundry
• Monitors and documents residents’ vitals, weights, behavior, mobility, safety, involvement in activities as indicated on the Personalized Support Plan or any other changes and reports to appropriate Team Members
• Escorts residents to social activity programs, appointments, dining room, etc.
• Promptly answers nursing call systems
• Performing other duties as assigned Courses in gerontology, aging or dementia are an asset

What you need to know:

• Certification inPersonal Support Worker orPersonal Care Worker, or a16 hour course that covers the provision of personal care and that is recognized by the department. If you don't have this, you must bewilling to complete this course within 3 months of start date.
• Medication Administration certification, or willing to obtain before starting.
• High School Diploma.
• Basic or Standard First Aid.
• CPR Certification.
• Experience with medication administration.
• You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit
• You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Record Check

Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.