Residential Care Assistant, Casual

Region of Queens Municipality
is seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a
Casual Residential Care Assistant (RCA).

The Casual Residential Care Assistant (RCA/CCA) is a valued member of the collaborative team and contributes to the provision of high quality, safe, person-centred and efficient care to meet the needs of the residents consistent with the Mission and the Philosophy of Hillsview Acres.

The Casual Residential Care Assistant, within their educational preparation, is responsible for assessing and supporting resident’s Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL) and works under the direction of the Director of Resident Care and/or the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

• You have the ability to perform shift work in a 24-hour day, 7-day week operation
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• You work within an environment which can change at any moment and be prepared to adapt to these situations in a respectful and understanding manner
• You have active listening and observation skills
• Physical ability to perform repetitive tasks, lift, squat, bend, stand and walk as required to perform the duties of the position

• High School Diploma
• CCA course completion or willingness to complete within 2 years of date of hire.
• Experience in health care and social services sector, working with individuals with special needs, preferably in long term care setting.

The Region of Queens Municipality offers:

• Opportunity to work in a community-focused, forward-thinking environment
• Opportunities for professional growth in a culture of continuous improvement
• We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce

The hourly wage for this position is:

• $18.36 – $19.83 hourly (without CCA certificate)
• $22. 56 – $24.46 hourly (with CCA certificate)

A comprehensive job description is available here .