Surrey jobs in senior homes and assisted living facilities

Position Summary

Reporting to the Support Services Manager and/or designate, the SSW-Laundry performs routine and special duties involved in providing laundry services to the residents and tenants of the facility. Duties are performed in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Include but not limited to;

• Processes linens, drapes, personal resident clothing that will include collection and redistribution to appropriate locations.
• Stock cupboards with clean linens as per quotas.
• Washes, dries, sorts, folds, hang items.
• Uses labeling equipment to label resident clothing.
• Operates and maintains equipment including washers, dryers and transport carts.
• Reports maintenance concerns.
• Recommends ordering of chemicals and facility linens.
• Participates in facility committees and quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform all other duties as required.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Support Services Manager and/or designate, the SSW Housekeeping performs general cleaning duties in the facility, including the cleaning of residents’ / tenants’ rooms/suites, bathrooms, staff rooms, offices, lounges, dining rooms, corridors, and other areas as designated. Responds to resident/tenant and building emergencies as required.

Responsibilities

Include but not limited to;

• Carries out all aspects of routine and rotation cleaning throughout the building and suites which includes: dusting, vacuuming and sweeping; cleaning appliances; washing floors, walls, windows and doors; changing light bulbs; changing and making beds; removing curtains/window coverings for cleaning and re-hanging; garbage removal; terminal cleaning of rooms/suites.
• Cares for equipment, supplies and work areas and keeps equipment clean and safely stored. Reports defective and damaged equipment and furnishings; keeps work area in an orderly, safe and clean condition; keeps inventory in order on individual carts; replenishes supplies throughout the building; understands the use and application of cleaning chemicals.
• Ensures that furniture is arranged to provide a safe and efficient environment. Reports significant changes or uncommon resident behaviour or concerns to nursing staff.
• Participates in facility committees and quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform all other duties as required.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Support Services Manager and/or designate, the SSW Housekeeping performs general cleaning duties in the facility, including the cleaning of residents’ / tenants’ rooms/suites, bathrooms, staff rooms, offices, lounges, dining rooms, corridors, and other areas as designated. Responds to resident/tenant and building emergencies as required.

Responsibilities    

Include but not limited to;

• Carries out all aspects of routine and rotation cleaning throughout the building and suites which includes: dusting, vacuuming and sweeping; cleaning appliances; washing floors, walls, windows and doors; changing light bulbs; changing and making beds; removing curtains/window coverings for cleaning and re-hanging; garbage removal; terminal cleaning of rooms/suites.
• Cares for equipment, supplies and work areas and keeps equipment clean and safely stored. Reports defective and damaged equipment and furnishings; keeps work area in an orderly, safe and clean condition; keeps inventory in order on individual carts; replenishes supplies throughout the building; understands the use and application of cleaning chemicals.
• Ensures that furniture is arranged to provide a safe and efficient environment. Reports significant changes or uncommon resident behaviour or concerns to nursing staff.
• Participates in facility committees and quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform all other duties as required.

About our Organisation: Elim Village is a unique and comprehensive Christian retirement community that offers a full range of housing and care options on a 20-acre site. The village is professionally managed, enriched with amenities and its residents celebrate the joy of life. When life becomes more challenging, the Harrison offers full care in a relaxed, home-like setting. Hallways are light and bright. The size of the rooms and the windows are larger than the required standard. Comfortable common lounge areas lead out to large balconies or secured gardens.

Job Summary:

According to established policies and procedures, and under the general direction of the Wellness Coordinator, the Therapeutic Recreation Assistant carries out resident-centred activation programs such as, creative arts, fitness, music, baking, dining in, gardening, outings, social events, cognitive programs, one to one visits, group games, singalong, reminisce, and discussion groups as included in our calendar.

Supports residents as they learn new techniques which are adapted to encourage participation and maintain or improve resident’s abilities, and reports problems and/or changes to supervisor.

This position reports to the Wellness Coordinator. Job will be a full time position with varying hours to take place on weekends and weekdays. The Wage Range for this position is $18.70-$20.69.

Elim Village is a developing comprehensive Christian seniors community located on 20 acres in Fleetwood (Surrey) B.C. A not for profit charitable organization, Elim Village offers a unique opportunity to be a part of a working environment that embraces Christian principles and beliefs and pursues the highest standards in business and care operations. Our approach is integrative and team oriented; founded on our core values
which emphasize the value we place on our relationships with residents, staff and stakeholders.

We are looking for a motivated and dynamic Recreation Assistant who will be working under the general direction of the Recreation Coordinator and will carry out resident- centered activity programs as included in the Activity Calendar. This position will also support our residents, encourage their participation and facilitate meaningful opportunities that promote maintaining independence and quality of life.

This position is subject to union membership, per contract the starting hourly rate is from $18.14 - $18.60.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education with specialization in Recreational Therapy
• Minimum of 1 year relevant work experience
• Must be able to work well independently and in a team setting
• Computer literate in MS Word, Excel, Publisher and Outlook
• Must have a valid Class 4 driver’s license, with exceptional driving record (unrestricted)
• Preferred Functional Fitness Certificate or Third Age Fitness Certificate or related fitness training
• Must have empathy towards residents and be able to work well with them.
• Must have current First Aid/CPR certificate
• Pre-employment Medical & Criminal check are required

• Carries out established recreation programs including, but not limited to, outings, exercises, crafts, social events, entertainment, games, etc.
• Assists residents to and from programs as required.
• Assists, encourages, and motivates residents to participate in social, spiritual, physical, mental and cultural recreational activities.
• Provides personal care during recreational activities as required.
• Observes and reports any changes in residents to the Supervising Nurse/Director of Care.
• Documents as per policy and procedures.
• Ensures residents’ rights are maintained.
• Ensures recreational equipment and supplies are used, maintained and stored in a safe, clean, and efficient manner. Reports unsafe or faulty equipment to manager.
• Actively participates in Q.I. program, meetings, committees and educational in-services as required. Assists in the maintenance of statistical records.
• Assists with orientation of new residents.
• Provides guidance, assistance and support to volunteers. Assists Recreation Manager in the evaluation of volunteers.
• Performs other related duties to ensure quality holistic resident service.

1. Assists in the development of recreation and leisure services including program research development, implementation and evaluation as required.
2. Carries out established recreation programs including, but not limited to, outings, exercises, crafts, social events, entertainment, games, music, etc.
3. Assists in the completion and posting of monthly calendars and newsletters outlining programs and services available to residents/tenants and families as required.
4. Assists in the co-ordination of external groups to provide in-house programs as required.
5. Assists residents to, during, and from programs as required.
6. Assists, encourages, and motivates residents/tenants to participate in social, spiritual, physical, mental and cultural recreational activities.
7. Observes and reports any changes in residents/tenants to supervisor and/or nurse.
8. Documents as per policy and procedures.
9. Ensures residents’/tenants’ rights are maintained.
10. Ensures recreational equipment and supplies are used, maintained and stored in a safe, clean, and efficient manner. Reports unsafe or faulty equipment to supervisor.
11. Actively participates in C.Q.I. program, meetings, committees and educational in-services as required. Assists in the maintenance of statistical records.
12. Assists with admission/orientation of new residents/tenants.
13. Provides guidance, assistance and support to volunteers. Assists Recreation Manager or designate in the evaluation processes of volunteers.
14. Encourages residents/tenants as volunteers in their own community.
15. Performs other related duties as required.