Temporary Full-time Personal Attendant (Carey House)

Position Summary :

This position provides personal support services to the residents of Carey House in the activities of daily living. The personal attendant enhances the quality of life of residents by providing personal care, social development and assistance in directing self-care. In addition, this position will provide an environment that will encourage the residents to develop to their fullest potential in all areas of life.

Requirements :

• Prior experience or knowledge of providing support services for people with disabilities and / or seniors an asset.
• Additional certification in personal support services, health care, and first aid or other related certifications is preferred.
• 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 be able to plan and organize work and perform tasks according to priority.
• Ability to make solid decisions and problem-solve effectively are also essential.
• Good oral and written communication skills, with a competent level of English are required.
• Must demonstrate high commitment to providing exceptional customer service and be reliable, punctual, and capable of managing time effectively.
• Must be available to work within a 24 hour, seven day / week work schedule.
• Ability to develop supportive relationships and work collaboratively with clients, family members, colleagues, volunteers, and community partners are essential.
• Must be able to take direction and work independently as well as part of a team.

At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 289-309-8477 or email hr@thrivegroup.ca