Respite Care Worker

Employment Type: Part-time
Department: Seniors and Children & Youth Services
Union: Included (CUPE Local 2497)
Salary: Level 1 - $21.19/hr
File #: 24-SCY-15
Posting Date: May 6, 2024
Posting Close: May 20, 2024

The Respite Care Worker will be required to work part-time hours, Monday-Friday. Hours are based on clients needs and/or up to a maximum of 20 hours per week. 
 

Position Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor, Assisted Living and Home Support, the primary responsibility of the Respite Care Worker will be to offer PSW support and provide caregiver relief. Services include assistance with light personal care, engagement in activities and meal preparation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor and report any changes in clients physical, emotional or psychological functioning
• Provide personal care that may be required, such as feeding, dressing, toileting, bathing, lifting, transferring, and medication reminders as needed
• Maintain client progress notes
• Work collaboratively with the department, manager, Dixon Hall staff and volunteers
• Follow Dixon Hall's program policies and procedures, including the Mission, Vision and Values.
• Understand and maintain confidentiality with families, individuals and Dixon Hall
• Work independently and make decisions in difficult situations
• Follow Workplace Health and Safety plans
• Respect family lifestyles and choices
• Does not impose personal judgments and expectations on families or individuals
• Participate in department and agency meetings, and events as required
• Meet regularly with manager to discuss individual, team and program effectiveness.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Personal Support Worker (PSW) Diploma
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working with seniors, individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and adults with disabilities
• Demonstrable understanding and commitment to supporting individuals from diverse cultures, experiences and backgrounds
• Strong written and verbal English language communication skills
• Fluency in additional languages relevant to the communities served will be considered an asset
• Ability to work independently and to be flexible
• Commitment to the care of clients
• Experience documenting and maintaining accurate client and program records
• Able to maintain strict confidentiality
• Basic computer skills will be an asset
• Valid certificates in Standard First Aid and CPR
• Must be qualified to work in Canada legally for the employer
• Able to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening check with a ‘Clear’ or satisfactory result that meets the operational requirements of the Agency
• Up-to-date vaccination against COVID-19 with a vaccine approved for use in Canada

Dixon Hall  is dedicated to fostering an inclusive selection process and work environment, guided by their Race Relations and Employment Equity Policies. If selected for an interview, please inform the hiring manager or the People and Culture team of any accommodations you may require during the interview process.

To achieve their goal of inclusivity and diversity, Dixon Hall is actively seeks exceptional candidates from varied backgrounds and with lived experiences. Individuals who self-identify as being from marginalized communities, including Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those from the 2SLGBTQIA+ community or who have experienced homelessness, are strongly encouraged to apply.