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Caregiver (PSW)

Caregiver (PSW)

Sunrise Senior LivingOakville, Ontario
12 days ago
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

JOB OVERVIEW

It makes me feel good knowing that we make the residents’ lives better. We laugh with them, cry with them, sing and dance with them – we brighten their day. Working here is an unbelievable privilege and it will be something I carry with me for the rest of my life!"

  • Sunrise Team Member At Sunrise, our Care Manager is responsible for providing the highest degree of quality care and services to a consistent group of residents and their families in our assisted living and reminiscence neighborhoods.

RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

Responsibilities :

  • Build meaningful relationships with a specified number of seniors and their families as you provide assistance with activities of daily living, attend to individual care needs and get to know their unique preferences and personalities
  • Notify management of changes in condition and recommend adjustments in the level of care and service
  • Assist residents in life skills and other life enriching activities as indicated on their individual profile
  • Blends a variety of multi-sensory experiences into the resident's day- Participates in the development of the Individualized Service Plans (ISP) and monthly updates- Responsible for their designated group of residents during the shift, knows where their residents are and physically checks on them throughout the shift.- Partners with community team to ensure community is in compliance with OSHA requirements and promotion of Risk Management programs and policies; adherence to safety rules and regulations.- Responds to the dining needs of the residents and guests while maintaining Sunrise hospitality and service standards- Invite, Encourage, Assist (IEA) residents in life skills and other life enriching activities as indicated on ISP and demographic profile- Committed to serving our residents and guests through our Principles of Services Qualifications :
  • Dedication to and passion to serve seniors with excellent customer service skills
  • Positive attitude, the flexibility to perform various duties in service to the residents and the ability to work in a team environment are keys to success
  • High School diploma / GED accepted and may be required per state regulations
  • In states where appropriate, must maintain certifications
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Previous experience working with seniors preferred
  • Ability to make choices, decisions and act in the resident’s best interest
  • Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication and a level of understanding
  • Competent in organizational and time management skills
  • Demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision making skills