Attendant Services Worker - Outreach

You can make a difference in the lives of both adults with physical disabilities and seniors, who have chosen to maintain their independence by living in their own homes with pride and dignity. Assistance from you, as a professional and friendly employee, is a key component to providing this quality service. You also benefit from the security that comes with working with a company that has been in the community for over 47 years. Many of our Attendant Services Workers have been with Guelph Independent Living for over 20 years!

We are currently looking to fill immediately:

• Casual - day or evening shifts

• G license and own vehicle is required, driving time between clients is paid, and travel KMs are reimbursed (50 cents per KM)

Why Join our team:

• • Full-time, Part-time, and Casual roles available
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Work independently within your community
  • Rewarding and impactful work, providing one on one services with clients
  • Competitive compensation including paid orientation and training
  • Benefit package for full time permanent positions (Part time positions receive an extra 4% of wages paid, in lieu of benefits)
  • Group RRSP program, including Employer matching after length of service
  • Continuous learning and professional development opportunities
  • 2 to 6 weeks vacation dependent on seniority
  • Employee incentives (giveaways, contests & more)
  • Supportive team environment

Responsibilities:

To assist adults with physical disabilities and seniors with activities of daily living. Our clients self-direct their care and live independently. Activities include:

• Transferring/positioning/turning
• Dressing/undressing
• Washing/bathing
• Toileting including bowel, bladder and catheter care
• Light housekeeping/laundry assistance
• Meal preparation/assistance with eating
• Follow through on programs developed by an occupational therapist, physiotherapist and/or speech therapist

Qualifications & Requirements:

• PSW certification or experience in the field preferred
• Use of a vehicle, valid driver's license, proof of valid insurance
• Ability to work shifts including days and/or evenings
• Commitment to work alternate weekends
• Successful Vulnerable Sector Police Check within the last 6 months
• Employment medical and up to date immunizations

Health, Wellness and Safety:

• In support of Guelph Independent Livings' commitment to a healthy and safe workplace and community, we have an immunization requirement for all employees
• We provide all appropriate PPE for employees
• On-going Infection Prevention and Control measures, education, and support
• Wellness matters, our Employee Assistance Program is free and confidential for all employees and family members. Services include, but are not limited to, counselling (individual, family, children, couples, credit), wellness promotion, financial literacy programs and assorted therapies as needed
• Staff are required to work in client homes, and therefore may be exposed to second-hand smoke, pets, household cleaners. GIL ensures that our policies and procedures are accurate and up to date to ensure worker safety
• GIL provides vehicle emergency safety packages and safe driving training
• We have a strong Joint Health and Safety Committee to help keep you safe
  

Guelph Independent Living is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

Guelph Independent Living has the status of a Living Wage Supporter.