Personal Support Assistant - Temporary Full-Time
Personal Support Assistant
Status: Temporary Full-Time
Location: On site at 140 Grey Street South, Southampton ON
Existing Vacancy
Jarlette Health Services is a family-centric organization that has built a tradition of excellence in making an outstanding difference in the lives of the residents, families, employees, and communities it serves. As a proudly Canadian organization, with 14 Long Term Care Homes and 8 Retirement Lodges across Ontario, Jarlette Health Services has established itself as an industry leader with over 55 years of experience in the dynamic senior care sector.
Southampton Care Centre is a fully accredited long term care home in Southampton, Ontario and serves 88 residents. Southampton is a lakeside community on Lake Huron, known for its white sand beaches, historic downtown, and cultural arts scene. Situated at the mouth of the Saugeen River and approximately 49 km south of Owen Sound, it provides a peaceful atmosphere for residents and visitors alike, with diverse dining options, local shops, and activities suited for beach-goers and art enthusiasts.
Join our team as a Personal Support Assistant!
Under the direction of the Registered Staff, the Personal Support Assistant is responsible and accountable for providing optimum services in the provision of activities of daily living, dining services, comfort and companionship to promote the quality of life and well-being of each individual resident. This support role involves core responsibilities across four main areas: providing Resident Support (daily comfort, activity and meal assistance, and lifting), meticulous Documentation and Communication (accurate record-keeping and reporting concerns), maintaining Environment and Safety (cleanliness, infection control, and safe food handling), and ensuring Compliance and Professionalism (adhering to safety regulations, participating in training, and positive interactions).
We are looking for the following qualifications and traits:
Secondary School Diploma preferred.
Experience in customer service or working with seniors preferred
Ability to work independently and/or as a member of a team
Ability to model the warmth of human connection in communicating with residents, families, and visitors
Sensitive and empathetic to the needs of others
Must demonstrate an active interest in ongoing education
Must be computer literate
Effectively communicate in English both verbally and in writing
Successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening requirements as required under the Fixing Long Term Care Act, 2021, ss. 81 (2) and Ontario Regulation ss. 252 (1).
Our offer to you may include:
Referral bonus
Individualized assistance with tuition and further education
Skill development and internal advancement = growth in your career
Awards and recognition programs and team appreciation events
Exclusive discounts on products,services and travel
A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs.
Please note, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Employment with Jarlette Health Services will be contingent on proof of vaccination against COVID-19, a screening for tuberculosis, two positive references and, prior to starting at the location, a receipt of a current criminal reference check, including vulnerable sector screening.
Jarlette Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and will accommodate individuals with disabilities through each stage of the recruitment process. Should you require an accommodation, please let us know.
All aspects of the hiring process, from application review to final selection, are conducted by our hiring team without the use of AI.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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