Personal Support Worker

Sienna Senior Living • Kingston, ON

12d • Onsite

About The Position

At Sienna, you won’t just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents who call Aspira Royale Place Retirement Residence their home. Join us in a role where knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible, it is expected. Our purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life! We truly believe it is a privilege to serve Canada’s seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect. Sienna is a purpose driven organization that aspires to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work.

Requirements

• Be compassionate, patient, and motivated by work that enriches the lives of seniors
• Have completed a Personal Support Worker program from an accredited institution or are an Internationally Educated Nurse with a recognized nursing degree
• Be detail-oriented and skilled in delivering safe, effective bedside care, including simple treatments and care procedures
• Communicate with tact and professionalism, building positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues. visitors
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit
• Must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check

Responsibilities

• Work in a fast-paced environment where you will make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives.
• Form a deep understanding of your residents and their living experience.
• Build relationships with the residents and their family members, offering a variety of support options and program choices that enrich their daily health and well being.
• Be a strong contributor to the culture of the home, where the focus is always on helping residents live fully, every day.
• Provide respectful, person-centered support to residents in their daily activities, including eating, dressing, personal hygiene, and grooming, following each resident’s individualized care plan
• Help residents stay connected and engaged by assisting with communication tools and sensory aids such as glasses or hearing devices, ensuring they are used comfortably and consistently
• Promote safety and independence by ensuring residents always have easy access to mobility and assistive devices, including walkers, canes, and call bells
• Contribute to residents’ comfort and overall well-being by offering ongoing cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual support, including oral and dental care
• Encourage residents to participate in programs offered by the Resident Engagement Team, whether individual or in groups

Benefits

• A competitive salary and vacation package
• Health & Dental benefits program
• Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
• Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees