Senior housing jobs

Reporting to the Client Services Manager, the Social Worker maximizes the client/family’s functioning within the context of rehabilitation, maintenance or palliation. The Social Worker enhances the problem solving and coping capacity of individuals and families/caregivers utilizing a variety of interventions.

This position is accountable for performing personal and health care related services to residents which include personal care and nursing procedures and treatments within the scope of Licensed Practical Nurse training and certification. Personal and health care related practices will be provided in accordance with established Care Services programs, polices and procedures. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will support and work under the direction of the Registered Nurse and the Care Service Manager in the provision of quality resident care. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will communicate effectively with residents, families and staff. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will administer medications in accordance within the scope of practice, established procedures, legislative standards and as directed by the Registered Nurse and/or the Care Service Manager. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will provide service that is responsive to the holistic needs of the residents and promotes choice while maintaining dignity and facilitating independence.

The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for clinical leadership, co-ordination and communication of all activities within the resident environment through the effective use of resources. The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable to provide direction and co-ordination for all members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure resident focused service delivery. May need to act as primary contact for residents & families.

The Recreation Attendant is accountable for providing recreation and leisure activities as scheduled and directed by a Recreation Therapist. The Recreation Attendant will work to ensure the continued organization and smooth running of new and ongoing programs and activities in accordance with Bethany Care Society’s philosophy, objectives and standards. Driving resident passenger buses required.

Bethany Care Society is one of Western Canada’s largest voluntary, not-for-profit providers of health, housing and community services for seniors and persons with disabilities. A faith-based organization founded in 1945, Bethany provides service to more than 5,400 Albertans in over 100 communities. Bethany’s continuing care programs provide around–the–clock professional care and support for people with complex health needs who are unable to remain at home or in a supportive living environment. We work to make a difference every day in the lives of the people we serve, while also assisting and supporting family members and others who are close to them.

In this position, you will provide support to three separate Bethany sites; Bethany Airdrie (40% or 2 days per week), Bethany Cochrane (40% or 2 days per week) and Bethany Harvest Hills (20% or 1 day per week). You will be accountable for the planning, implementation and administration of programs designed to enhance the nutritional care and well-being of the residents in a safe and effective manner. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assessing the nutritional status of residents and developing individual nutrition care plans in accordance with resident and family goals
• Documenting and communicating nutrition care plans
• Reviewing and evaluating nutrition care annually or at the request of resident, family, or interdisciplinary team members.
• Liaising and maintaining effective communication regarding resident nutritional care with the care team, resident, family and food services staff
• Participating in comprehensive auditing activities and ensuring clinical standards are met.

In collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team, you will work closely with physicians, clients, families, and other agencies in the rehabilitation of the client. You will participate in planning, assessment and interventions while ensuring that residents receive safe, quality care that is managed with a focus on customer satisfaction and continual improvement.

Reporting to the site manager, you will have two roles: Spiritual Care Facilitator and Spiritual Care Provider. In your role of facilitator you will invite faith communities’ participation in the religious life of the resident community and oversee the Pastoral Care Volunteer Programme. In your role of provider you will meet the religious and spiritual needs of residents and staff, offer end of life spiritual care and ethics leadership.

As Chaplain you will have the ability to build relationships with residents, families, volunteers and staff. You understand the complexity of bio-ethical issues and work effectively within the care team. In this position, it is essential to appreciate the variety of faith traditions of our multi-cultural society.

You will be responsible for general food preparation and delivery, service, cleaning kitchen and dietary areas and other duties as required.

Reporting to the Site Manager or designate, and as a member of the interdisciplinary team, the Social Worker works in a professional manner with all disciplines to ensure that individual, holistic care is provided to program participants. The Social Worker assists the participants and families in their understanding of the social, economic and emotional factors related to admission and discharges with The Good Samaritan Society. The Social Worker consults with other members of the health care team, and facilitates the use of community resources to meet participant needs.

• Assess participant needs and fit.
• Provide counselling services to participants and/or families.
• Liaise with appropriate community and government agencies.
• Information gathering and assessment of socio-economic environment.
• Coordinate participant's initial visit to the site.
• Participate on interdisciplinary team to ensure participant needs are met.

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• Executive Directors, Regional Leadership
• Sales--Sales Directors, Regional Sales
• RN Management--Assisted Living Nursing Directors
• LPN/RN--Diverse Nursing Roles
• Operations and Additional Leadership Opportunities--Community-Based Roles

Hiring leaders will also be available to engage in one-on-one conversations for those interested in exploring career opportunities at Sunrise!

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Working at Sunrise Senior Living is truly a unique career experience. For over 30 years, we have been championing quality of life for seniors with individualized, nurturing care. Our passion is matched only by our expertise and high standards. As one of the country's most forward-thinking Senior Living companies, we take pride in providing the resources you need to make a real difference in our residents' lives.

In this role, your leadership will direct a team of nurses in sustaining the health and wellbeing of residents within your Sunrise community. Your efforts will ensure quality assurance and regulatory compliance while promoting the highest degree of quality care and service. You will also oversee large-scale coordination of residents' health and wellness needs, medication program management, and regular assessments.

You will be responsible for recruiting, hiring, and training clinical team members. As a department head, you will oversee engagement, performance management, and ongoing evaluations for each team member. You will be a front-line representative of Sunrise's values in the eyes of our residents and the public at large.

As a designated care provider at Sunrise, you will be at the center of what we do best, caring for the residents of our communities.

• You will build meaningful relationships with a specified number of seniors and their families as you provide assistance with activities of daily living, attend to individual care needs and get to know their unique preferences and personalities.
• You will notify management of changes in condition and recommend adjustments in the level of care and service.
• You will assist residents in life skills and other life enriching activities as indicated on their individual profile.
• Blends a variety of multi-sensory experiences into the resident's day.

As a designated care provider at Sunrise, you will be at the center of what we do best, caring for the residents of our communities.

• You will build meaningful relationships with a specified number of seniors and their families as you provide assistance with activities of daily living, attend to individual care needs and get to know their unique preferences and personalities.
• You will notify management of changes in condition and recommend adjustments in the level of care and service.
• You will assist residents in life skills and other life enriching activities as indicated on their individual profile.
• Blends a variety of multi-sensory experiences into the resident's day.

As a designated care provider at Sunrise, you will be at the center of what we do best, caring for the residents of our communities.

• You will build meaningful relationships with a specified number of seniors and their families as you provide assistance with activities of daily living, attend to individual care needs and get to know their unique preferences and personalities.
• You will notify management of changes in condition and recommend adjustments in the level of care and service.
• You will assist residents in life skills and other life enriching activities as indicated on their individual profile.
• Blends a variety of multi-sensory experiences into the resident's day.

As a designated care provider at Sunrise, you will be at the center of what we do best, caring for the residents of our communities.

• You will build meaningful relationships with a specified number of seniors and their families as you provide assistance with activities of daily living, attend to individual care needs and get to know their unique preferences and personalities.
• You will notify management of changes in condition and recommend adjustments in the level of care and service.
• You will assist residents in life skills and other life enriching activities as indicated on their individual profile.
• Blends a variety of multi-sensory experiences into the resident's day.

As a designated care provider at Sunrise, you will be at the center of what we do best, caring for the residents of our communities.

• You will build meaningful relationships with a specified number of seniors and their families as you provide assistance with activities of daily living, attend to individual care needs and get to know their unique preferences and personalities.
• You will notify management of changes in condition and recommend adjustments in the level of care and service.
• You will assist residents in life skills and other life enriching activities as indicated on their individual profile.
• Blends a variety of multi-sensory experiences into the resident's day.