Job Description

Eden Gardens is a Long-Term Care Home specializing in Dementia Care - creating a person-directed community that promotes well-being and a quality of life for all. We strive to be the best place to live and the best place to work.

WHY JOIN US

? Unique Philosophy of Care

? Great Benefits Package Available

? Team Atmosphere

? Fun Filled Staff Events

? Competitive Wages

RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the daily life for the elders that live in their home by assisting with daily personal care and meal service Ability to utilize equipment necessary to provide care: overhead and manual lifts, bathing tubs, shower chairs, wheelchairs, etc. Ability to document and participate in care planning Act as an advocate to protect and promote elders' rights.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Registration with the British Columbia Health Care Aide Registry. Experience and additional education in Care of Persons with Dementia is preferred. Must be physically and mentally fit for the work environment Speak, read, and write the English language in an understandable manner Pass a Criminal Record Check upon hiring and every 5 years thereafter Completed TB Testing Must either receive annual flu vaccine, or wear appropriate PPE as prescribed by the PHO for the recommended flu season

PERSONAL SKILLS AND ASSETS:

Team player Desire to bring spontaneity, joy, and connection to the lives of our elders Able to learn new skills that enable our elders to engage in their normal life patterns and make the community a pleasant place to live and work Flexibility and willingness to modify routines and duties at times Ability to communicate with and listen effectively to elders, families, and other care partners (includes both verbal and written communication skills)
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: $28.95 per hour

Additional pay:

Overtime pay
Benefits:

Company events Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

8 hour shift Evening shift Morning shift Night shift Weekends as needed
Application question(s):

In order to work for Eden Gardens, you will need to reside within commuting distance to our building. Do you currently reside on Vancouver Island?
Education:

DCS / DEC (required)
Licence/Certification:

Heath Care Aide Certificate (BC) (required) HCA Rgistration Number (required)
Work Location: In person