British Columbia jobs in senior homes and assisted living facilities

Responsible for the preparation and cooking of food in the community.  Ensure that all meals are prepared and presented according to Atria standards.   

• Provide a high level of culinary customer service and promote a restaurant style dining atmosphere.
• Work closely with the Director of Culinary Services and/or Executive Director to keep residents satisfied with food and dining programs.
• Assist with the preparation and execution of the Art of Atria Dining enhancement programs.
• Maintain kitchen and food storage and preparation areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition at all times.
• Responsible for the opening and/or closing of the kitchen.
• Adhere to cleaning schedules as assigned.
• Ensures that all food is received, stored, and prepared according to Company standards.
• Estimate daily or weekly needs of food and supplies and communicates needs to Director of Culinary Services or assistant Director of Culinary Services.
• Participate in preparing and cooking meals according to established recipes and approved menus.Document temperatures of food prior to service, refrigeration and freezer.
• Prepare and ensure snacks and beverages are available to residents at all times.
• Keep kitchen floors clean (sweeps and mops) and trash emptied.
• Assist with the transportation and storage of food and supplies.
• Adhere to Quality Enhancement standards and standard food safety practices.
• Assist with preparation and execution of special events, banquets, and theme meals.
• Will attend pre-meal stand up in kitchen prior to meal service.
• May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.

Cleans public areas and resident’s apartments, including bathrooms, kitchens, patios & windows, floors, furniture and common areas.

• Performs all housekeeping duties including:

- distributing laundered articles and linens

- replacing and hanging draperies

- changing beds

- cleaning public restrooms and replenishing supplies as needed

- sweeping, scrubbing, waxing, and polishing floors; cleaning rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies

- dusting furniture and equipment

- polishing metalwork

- washing walls, woodwork, windows, door panels, and sills

• Performs all laundry duties including:

- washing, drying and ironing resident laundry and community linens and textiles in provided appliances

- folding and/or hanging laundry appropriately

- distributing laundered articles and linens

- replacing and hanging draperies and changing beds.

• Maintains resident laundry areas including mopping floors and washing walls regularly.
• Washes windows at reasonable heights through out the community as requested.
• Keeps utility and storage rooms in clean and orderly condition.
• Disinfects and sterilizes equipment and supplies.
• Stocks cleaning cart with supplies.
• Empties wastebaskets, and transports trash and waste to disposal area.
• Ensures with maintenance that trash and dumpster areas are clean.
• Completes maintenance work orders for any maintenance repairs needed.
• Reports resident issues or changes in health or living status promptly.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions or maintenance related issues promptly to Supervisor.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Responsible for the preparation and cooking of food in the community.  Ensure that all meals are prepared and presented according to Atria standards.

• Provide a high level of culinary customer service and promote a restaurant style dining atmosphere.
• Work closely with the Director of Culinary Services and/or Executive Director to keep residents satisfied with food and dining programs.
• Assist with the preparation and execution of the Art of Atria Dining enhancement programs.
• Maintain kitchen and food storage and preparation areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition at all times.
• Responsible for the opening and/or closing of the kitchen.
• Adhere to cleaning schedules as assigned.
• Ensures that all food is received, stored, and prepared according to Company standards.
• Estimate daily or weekly needs of food and supplies and communicates needs to Director of Culinary Services or assistant Director of Culinary Services.
• Participate in preparing and cooking meals according to established recipes and approved menus.
• Document temperatures of food prior to service, refrigeration and freezer.
• Prepare and ensure snacks and beverages are available to residents at all times.
• Keep kitchen floors clean (sweeps and mops) and trash emptied.
• Assist with the transportation and storage of food and supplies.
• Adhere to Quality Enhancement standards and standard food safety practices.
• Assist with preparation and execution of special events, banquets, and theme meals.
• Will attend pre-meal stand up in kitchen prior to meal service.
• May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to overall well being of our residents, assisting in training and monitoring of medication care administration, communication with resident support services and families and maintaining clinical quality assurance while leading and demonstrating the Mission for Sunrise Senior Living, "to champion the quality of life for all seniors" in accordance with federal, state and local standards and Sunrise Senior Living policies to promote the highest degree of quality care and services to our residents.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from a recognized program for Registered Nurses. Current registration with CRNBC.
• Criminal record check
• Medical certificate stating employee is physically and mentally fit to work
• TB Screening
• Demonstrated ability with comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices and techniques as they relate to long term.
• Maturity and good physical and mental health, empathy, patience and tact are important qualities to possess.
• Seeks out opportunities to maintain competency and continued learning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The receiving and transcription of physician's orders.
• The assessment and facilitation of diabetic care including glucometer testing, and administration of insulin, as per Dr.'s orders and established medication administration policies.
• The pronouncement of expected death.

1) The RN will assume responsibility for the care and well being of residents in the home:
• Ongoing responsibility for making or adjusting resident assignments;
• Scheduling and coordinating the use of staff, equipment and other resources;
• Assigning the responsibility for care of residents to a subordinate where the staff member cannot refuse the assignment;
• Coordinate the care given by others in an area or unit.
2) The RN provides nursing care in accordance with administrative policies, physicians' orders, established standards and nursing principles, and the Residential Care Act.
3) The RN assesses a resident's condition by recognizing and interpreting signs and symptoms, and where appropriate, initiates remedial health measures.
4) The RN promotes a positive team spirit within the home.
5) Provides feedback with respect to developing up to date individual resident care plans.
6) Ensures orders are correctly processed, recorded and followed through according to established policies.
7) Assists in maintaining a physical and psychosocial environment which meets the needs of the residents.
8) May plan assignments for care aides - delegates accordingly to provide effective resident care.
9) Deals tactfully and courteously with residents, residents' families, visitors and other staff members.
10) Participates in activities related to the Infection Control and Wound Care Programs.
11) Is knowledgeable of the Resident Bill of Rights and endeavors to respect and promote it. Ensures resident satisfaction and continuous quality improvement initiatives are promoted.
12) Ensures the proper care of equipment used in providing care to residents.
13) Assists in maintaining adequate quantities of nursing care supplies on the unit.
14) Maintains a good attendance record according to Company policy.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Executive Chef, Head Chef or Lead Cook, the Cook is responsible for the daily preparation of all foods for residents, guests and employees from an assigned menu, ensures safe food handling methods are followed, maintenance of a safe & sanitary workplace and inventory control.
 

Responsibilities

1. To prepare and / or be responsible for the preparation / delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees
2. To review menus and production sheets before preparing
3. To ensure use of proper food handling techniques
4. To complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form.
5. To prepare and serve foods for therapeutic / specialty diets according to planned menus
6. To make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in the designated place.
7. To adhere to time schedules for service of meals and nourishments
8. To follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget
9. To participate actively in planning /preparing special occasion and theme meal days.
10. To attend department and facility staff meetings, in – services and other necessary training sessions
11. To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it.
12. To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality and integrity as set out in Retirement Concepts Code of Conduct
13. Practices and maintains cleanliness and sanitation according to required standards set by the Health Department and the Facility.
14. Assists the Executive Chef, Head Chef or Lead Cook in organizational planning related to Food Services by providing input and participating in the implementation of menus, schedules and other initiatives to ensure a high standard of Food Services.
15. Promotes and maintains positive communication and relationships among management, staff, residents and the public.
16. To complete all other tasks as assigned.

• 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.

Baptist Housing Enhanced Living Communities in Kelowna is looking for a Part Time Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist to serve our Residence at Sun Pointe Village.

Reporting to the Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for meeting Resident needs by providing initial assessments, consultations and recommendations regarding the Resident’s physical and functional abilities. This role also contributes to the Musculo Skeletal Injury Prevention Program, participates as a member of the OHS Team to review Team Member injuries, reports incident trends and provides input to risk identification and reduction.

• Graduation from a recognized program for Registered Nurses. Current registration with CRNBC.
• Criminal record check
• Medical certificate stating employee is physically and mentally fit to work
• TB Screening
• Demonstrated ability with comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices and techniques as they relate to long term.
• Maturity and good physical and mental health, empathy, patience and tact are important qualities to possess.
• Seeks out opportunities to maintain competency and continued learning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The receiving and transcription of physician's orders.
• The assessment and facilitation of diabetic care including glucometer testing, and administration of insulin, as per Dr.'s orders and established medication administration policies.
• The pronouncement of expected death.

1) The RN will assume responsibility for the care and well being of residents in the home:

• Ongoing responsibility for making or adjusting resident assignments;
• Scheduling and coordinating the use of staff, equipment and other resources;
• Assigning the responsibility for care of residents to a subordinate where the staff member cannot refuse the assignment;
• Coordinate the care given by others in an area or unit.

2) The RN provides nursing care in accordance with administrative policies, physicians' orders, established standards and nursing principles, and the Residential Care Act.
3) The RN assesses a resident's condition by recognizing and interpreting signs and symptoms, and where appropriate, initiates remedial health measures.
4) The RN promotes a positive team spirit within the home.
5) Provides feedback with respect to developing up to date individual resident care plans.
6) Ensures orders are correctly processed, recorded and followed through according to established policies.
7) Assists in maintaining a physical and psychosocial environment which meets the needs of the residents.
8) May plan assignments for care aides - delegates accordingly to provide effective resident care.
9) Deals tactfully and courteously with residents, residents' families, visitors and other staff members.
10) Participates in activities related to the Infection Control and Wound Care Programs.
11) Is knowledgeable of the Resident Bill of Rights and endeavors to respect and promote it. Ensures resident satisfaction and continuous quality improvement initiatives are promoted.
12) Ensures the proper care of equipment used in providing care to residents.
13) Assists in maintaining adequate quantities of nursing care supplies on the unit.
14) Maintains a good attendance record according to Company policy.

Trillium Care Communities is currently accepting resumes for a full-time and part-time, on-call, Care Aides at our Hart House location in Victoria, British Columbia.

These positions will deliver nursing care to the residents under the direction of the DOC, RN/RPN/LPN in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures.

• Health Care Assitant Certificate, TB Screening, criminal record check, WHMIS, Food Safe, First Aide, completion of care aide medication and administration program preferred.
• Assisting residents with all aspects of daily living, including personal hygiene such as dressing, grooming, and wearing of aids such as glasses, hearing aides, and prosthesis; bathing / showering, incontinence care; skin care; nail and hair care.
• Administering medications to residents under the supervision of the Director of Care
• Utilizing verbal and non verbal communication skills in caring for residents
• Verbally communicating observations of resident's condition to the RN and / or Care Team
• Recording observations and care given on flow sheets and other commmunication tools in accordance with established procedures / practices
• Assisting residents with elimination, which may include toileting, changing incontinent products and giving suppositories and enemas.
• Assisting with meals and nourishment'sAssisting residents with rest and mobilization such as to sit up, transfer or lift, walk or ambulate in wheelchair /theraputic chairs, positioning in bed, wheelchair/theraputic chair and commode
• Assisting and enabling residents to perform activities that promote resident participation such as visiting, music, special events, walking and other activities
• Assisting to provide residents with a safe, secure environment by knowing and following plans and procedures such as Care Risk, Reporting of Resident Abuse, fire/disaster, lifts and transfers
• Assisting residents and families through the dying process including palliative care by interaction with familities.
• Pariticpation in the development of unit goals and objectives by providing input at departmental meetings
• Cleaning of common areas
• Clearing of tables in dining room and dish washing
• Participation in opportunities to learn through attendance at such sessions as in-services, seminars, and workshops
• Re-stocking supplies in such areas as tub room, linen storage areas, dining rooms, and resident personal areas.
• Participation in the development of resident care plans as wella s in the unit/organization's continuous quality improvement activities by providing input at team conferences, family conferences ands resident reviews.

• Graduation from a recognized program for LPNs. Current registration with CLPNBC.
• Criminal record check for ability to work with vulnerable adults
• Medical certificate stating employee is physically and mentally fit to work as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• TB Screening
• Demonstrated ability with comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices and techniques as they relate to long term.
• Maturity and good physical and mental health, empathy, patience and tact are important qualities to possess.
• Seeks out opportunities to maintain competency and continued learning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The receiving and transcription of physician's orders.
• The assessment and facilitation of diabetic care including glucometer testing, and administration of insulin, as per Dr.'s orders and established medication administration policies.
• The pronouncement of expected death.

1) The LPN will assume responsibility for the care and well being of residents in the home:

• Ongoing responsibility for making or adjusting resident assignments;
• Scheduling and coordinating the use of staff, equipment and other resources;
• Assigning the responsibility for care of residents to a subordinate where the staff member cannot refuse the assignment;
• Coordinate the care given by others in an area or unit.

2) The LPN provides nursing care in accordance with administrative policies, physicians' orders, established standards and nursing principles, and the Residential Care Act.
3) The LPN assesses a resident's condition by recognizing and interpreting signs and symptoms, and where appropriate, initiates remedial health measures and consults with a Registered Nurse / Physician
4) The LPN promotes a positive team spirit within the home.
5) Provides feedback with respect to developing up to date individual resident care plans.
6) Ensures orders are correctly processed, recorded and followed through according to established policies.
7) Assists in maintaining a physical and psychosocial environment which meets the needs of the residents.
8) May plan assignments for care aides - delegates accordingly to provide effective resident care.
9) Deals tactfully and courteously with residents, residents' families, visitors and other staff members.
10) Participates in activities related to the Infection Control and Wound Care Programs.
11) Is knowledgeable of the Resident Bill of Rights and endeavours to respect and promote it. Ensures resident satisfaction and continuous quality improvement initiatives are promoted.
12) Ensures the proper care of equipment used in providing care to residents.
13) Assists in maintaining adequate quantities of nursing care supplies on the unit.
14) Maintains a good attendance record according to Company policy.

Trillium Care Communities is currently accepting resumes for a full-time and part-time, LPN's at all of our Victoria locations.

• Graduation from a recognized program for LPNs. Current registration with CLPNBC.
• Criminal record check for ability to work with vulnerable adults
• Medical certificate stating employee is physically and mentally fit to work as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• TB Screening
• Demonstrated ability with comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices and techniques as they relate to long term.
• Maturity and good physical and mental health, empathy, patience and tact are important qualities to possess.
• Seeks out opportunities to maintain competency and continued learning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
 

• The receiving and transcription of physician's orders.
• The assessment and facilitation of diabetic care including glucometer testing, and administration of insulin, as per Dr.'s orders and established medication administration policies.
• The pronouncement of expected death.

1) The RN will assume responsibility for the care and well being of residents in the home:

• Ongoing responsibility for making or adjusting resident assignments;
• Scheduling and coordinating the use of staff, equipment and other resources;
• Assigning the responsibility for care of residents to a subordinate where the staff member cannot refuse the assignment;
• Coordinate the care given by others in an area or unit.

2) The RN provides nursing care in accordance with administrative policies, physicians' orders, established standards and nursing principles, and the Residential Care Act.
3) The RN assesses a resident's condition by recognizing and interpreting signs and symptoms, and where appropriate, initiates remedial health measures.
4) The RN promotes a positive team spirit within the home.
5) Provides feedback with respect to developing up to date individual resident care plans.
6) Ensures orders are correctly processed, recorded and followed through according to established policies.
7) Assists in maintaining a physical and psychosocial environment which meets the needs of the residents.
8) May plan assignments for care aides - delegates accordingly to provide effective resident care.
9) Deals tactfully and courteously with residents, residents' families, visitors and other staff members.
10) Participates in activities related to the Infection Control and Wound Care Programs.
11) Is knowledgeable of the Resident Bill of Rights and endeavors to respect and promote it. Ensures resident satisfaction and continuous quality improvement initiatives are promoted.
12) Ensures the proper care of equipment used in providing care to residents.
13) Assists in maintaining adequate quantities of nursing care supplies on the unit.
14) Maintains a good attendance record according to Company policy.

Baptist Housing is looking for a casual Resident Services Assistants to join our team in Vancouver. The Resident Services Assistant is highly skilled professional, providing administrative support in our Vancouver Campus and concierge service to our Residents and the public in a hospitality setting.

As an ambassador of Baptist Housing, you have an exceptional interpersonal skills and love working with the public and seniors. You have the ability to foster and maintain relationships, and model our values in all interactions. The Resident Services Assistant is highly service- oriented, able to work independently with a high level of autonomy and as collaborative Team Member.

Baptist Housing is looking for a casual Resident Services Assistants to join our team in Vancouver. The Resident Services Assistant is highly skilled professional, providing administrative support in our Vancouver Campus and concierge service to our Residents and the public in a hospitality setting.

As an ambassador of Baptist Housing, you have an exceptional interpersonal skills and love working with the public and seniors. You have the ability to foster and maintain relationships, and model our values in all interactions. The Resident Services Assistant is highly service- oriented, able to work independently with a high level of autonomy and as collaborative Team Member.