Care Aide (Casual Position)

Who We Are

For more than 130 years The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and addition we support people experiencing unemployment addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission vision and values of hope service dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY:

The RCA assist and support residents with the activities of daily living that they are unable to perform without some level of assistance while consistently promoting their independence and autonomy. The RCA assists with personal care health maintenance and social activities according to each residents needs and preferences. All duties are performed within the RCA scope of practice and in alignment with the philosophy and standards of Southview Heights and Terrace.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• The RCA provides care for the residents who require support with their personal care services and performs delegated tasks for which they have received appropriate training.

Provides support and assistance with:

• Medication reminder and/or administration of medication.
• Follows Personal Care Plans (PSP) established and maintained by the LPN or the Assisted Living Manager and/or Vancouver Coastal Site Case Manager.
• Understands the process for delegation of health care procedures and accepts assignments that are delegated appropriately by health care professionals.
• Observes and reports changes in residents physical condition and cognitive/emotional status tothe LPN and Assisted Living Manager.
• Collaborates with the LPN Team Leader to suggest needed alterations to authorized support services.
• Understands common health-related conditions and basic needs of residents.
• Providing directions to residents for activities and mealtimes.
• Ensuring the safety of residents by following established procedures and care guides.
• Providing Care with respect assisting residents to maintain their independence and individuality.
• Includes family members/significant others when interacting with residents as appropriate.
• Monitors environmental safety hazards.
• Reports and records of incidents errors or accidents.
• Records observations accurately and documents service provided and resident-related events.
• Assisting with beverage service in the dining room removing and giving back walkers to residents and other assigned duties as required.
• Assists with tray service for residents who are ill.
• If necessary will remind those residents that have cognitive impairment of activity times.
• Assist residents with sight or hearing impairment with providing them with knowledge about the activity programs if needed.
• Encourage residents to seek out activity programs.
• Responds to and acts appropriately in emergency or disaster situations.
• Takes direction from LPN for delegated tasks.
• Demonstrates an appreciation of the heritage values and wisdom of the residents and an understanding of the aging process and/or living with a disability.
• Acts as an ambassador and public relations representative when dealing with the public.
• Maintains own competence.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings as well as evaluations with direct supervisor.
• Participates in in-service projects or committees as required.
• Understands the importance of and maintains resident confidentiality.
• Demonstrate safe practices for residents.
• Demonstrates safe practices for self including back care and universal precautions and influenza immunization. Maintain up to date Health and Safety practices in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Cooperate with other health team members to provide services in accordance with the Personal Service Plans.
• Take responsibility for staff replacement for RCA shifts when the staff scheduler or LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) or Resident Service Manager is not in the building or as delegated.
• And all other duties as assigned by direct supervisor and as per individual resident personal service plans.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Working with Seniors

• lifting and serving beverages weighing up to a maximum of 6lbs

• Must be in good health and demonstrate emotional stability to manage the physical mental and emotional demand of the position.

• Strong interpersonal skills are required along with the ability to respond effectively to residents in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.

The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Armys Mission Statement in a professional manner exemplifying Christian standards of conduct.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Qualifications and Certifications:

• Successful completion of Health Care Worker or Health Care Assistant certificate or diploma from an Accredited Canadian school

• Must be registered RCA in BC and in good standing with the BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker Registry.

• Must include successful completion of the medication administration module as required by Vancouver Coastal Health

• Must have grade 12 or equivalent.

• Food Safe Certificate

• WHMIS

• Criminal Record Check

• Clear TB test

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• Preference will be given to candidates with experience providing assistance and support to the elderly and/or disabled in a senior housing setting.

Skills and Capabilities (examples provided below):

• Attention to details problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
• Must be able to read write and speak fluently in the English language.

Compensation:

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions internal equity and candidate experience skills and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.