Part Time Personal Attendant (Carey House)

Thrive Group Canada•Burlington, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently hiring 1 Part Time Personal Attendant to join our team at our Carey House program in Burlington. Carey House offers 24/7 support to 12 individuals living in a shared-living/congregate home in Burlington. Capability Support Services is a not-for-profit organization operated by Thrive Group. Thrive Group was created to bring like-minded organizations together to develop a broad range and continuum of services that enable clients to live fulfilling lives as independently as possible. This position provides personal support services to the residents of Carey House in the activities of daily living. The support worker 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

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.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

Provides personal support services to the residents of Carey House in the activities of daily living.
Enhances the quality of life of residents by providing personal care, social development and assistance in directing self-care.
Provides an environment that will encourage the residents to develop to their fullest potential in all areas of life.
Develop supportive relationships and work collaboratively with clients, family members, colleagues, volunteers, and community partners.
Take direction and work independently as well as part of a team.