Evening Attendant #1 Elderly Person's Housing - 165 Donwood Drive -Permanent, Part time (0.44 Eft) |7:45pm - 12:30am

Evening Attendant #1

Elderly Person's Housing - 165 Donwood Drive

Permanent| Part time (0.44 EFT) |7:45pm - 12:30am

Reporting to the Tenant Resource Coordinator, the Evening Attendant will assist EPH Tenants with life management skills that will enable the individuals to remain independent in the community. The EPH Service Attendants collaborate with SSGL (Supports to Seniors in Group Living) staff and the Tenant Resource Coordinator to provide optimal customer service to tenants.

Qualifications:

•Previous experience working in seniors housing or health related field an asset

•Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment

•Able to meet the physical requirements of the position

•Strong communication skills

•Knowledge and ability to respond and/or assist in emergency situations and problem solve while prioritizing work flow

Responsibilities:

Person-Centered Work Practices:

ñReview daily communication notes immediately upon arriving on shift;

ñRespond to specific concerns of tenants;

ñResponsible to carry cell-phone and respond to emergency calls;

ñMake the appropriate referrals to Tenant Resource Coordinator

ñCommunicate with tenant and families as appropriate;

ñRounds throughout building as scheduled by Tenant Resource Coordinator;

ñStay with tenants until family or ambulance/stretcher service arrives;

ñDeal with non-medical emergencies;

ñLight housekeeping and dining room set-up as directed by Tenant Resource Coordinator;

ñProvide data to the Tenant Resource Coordinator for completion of statistical reports as required by the WRHA;

ñComplete maintenance requests on behalf of the tenants for submission to the appropriate department;

ñReport and/or document tenant services issues to the Tenant Resource Coordinator;

ñAttends meetings/in-services as appropriate.

Disability accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

As a condition of employment, a current Criminal Record Certificate and an Adult Abuse Registry is required within three weeks of hire date.