Full Time, Personal Attendant (AbleLiving Westwood Program)

We are currently hiring 1 Full-Time, Personal Attendant to join our Westwood Hub Team in Burlington! Westwood Hub provides services to clients within the L7T Postal Code in Burlington.

Interested in bringing your talent to our team? Here is what we offer:

• Competitive wages
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Ongoing opportunities for education, training, development, and growth
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• $500 Signing Bonus

Thrive Group is also excited to say that we are certified as one of Canada's Great Places to Work® as well as: 

• Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada (2024)
• Named on the Best Workplaces for Giving Back list (2023)

 

This program operates 7 days a week and the hours for this line are 10 hour shifts in the afternoon and evening. This includes every other weekend and statutory holidays.

 

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the program supervisor, this position is responsible for providing non-medical personal support services, life-skills support and light housekeeping duties to enable clients to remain in their own homes and live as independently as possible.  Duties include assisting clients with personal care, arranging and escorting clients to appointments, and housekeeping services. Such duties are carried out under the direction of the client or alternate decision-maker and in accordance with Client Service Contracts, laws and regulations governing service provision.  

Requirements:

• A High School Diploma and experience in the provision of personal support services to people with disabilities and/or seniors are requirements for this position. 
• Additional certification in personal support care, first aid, health care or other related qualification preferred. 
• 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 requirements.
• Able to communicate in other languages is an asset. 
• Must demonstrate high commitment to providing exceptional customer service and be reliable, punctual, and capable of managing time effectively. 
• 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. 
• A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check or Criminal Reference Check is required. 

 

A valid driving license and reliable transportation is a requirement for this position. 

Job Type: Full-Time, 80 hours per pay period.

 

At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 289-309-8477 or email hr@thrivegroup.ca

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Last updated on Oct 4, 2024