Career Opportunities

Adult Day Service Recreation Lead

(Full-time: Starts at $38,784 - $45,008)

Southern Frontenac Community Services is a rural based organization focused on working with others in the provision of health and social services that meet the needs of our community.

This is a full time (35 hours weekly) position, based in Sydenham, ON.

Primary Duties:

The Adult Day Service (ADS) Recreation Lead will work closely with all other ADS staff to plan and implement an Adult Day Service. The ADS Recreation Lead will work with groups or provide individual support for clients with differing needs. The ADS Recreation Lead will take the lead on recreation within the program, adapting activities to meet the needs/goals of all participants. The ADS Recreation Lead ensures quality care through coordination and oversight of other staff and volunteers. Physical demands of the job include assisting with transfers and client care as well as room set-up and take down.

Please reference our website for a more detailed job description: https://www.sfcsc.ca/career-opportunities

Requirements:

Certificate in Therapeutic Recreation and/or Recreation & Leisure with Gerontology or equivalent.
Knowledge of the aging process as well as diseases of aging.
Ability to plan, implement and evaluate activities and ensure that they meet both the clients’ needs and interests as well as program standards of care.
Strong leadership skills and ability to be flexible.
Strong communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Values consistent with our values and a client focused environment.

The successful applicant will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work with vulnerable persons by submitting a completed criminal record check with vulnerable sector check.

To Apply: Send a resume and a cover letter clearly indicating how you meet the role requirements to Southern Frontenac Community Services via email to chantal.tyrell@sfcsc.ca with Adult Day Service Recreation Lead in the subject line by September 25, 2023.

We are committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices – please notify Chantal Tyrell if you require accommodation for any part of the recruitment and selection process.

We thank all applicants, however, only those receiving an interview will be contacted.

Home Help Provider – Casual

($18.21 an hour)

Southern Frontenac Community Services (SFCSC) is a rural based organization focused on working with others in the provision of health and social services that meet the needs of our community. This is a casual position, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., located in Sydenham, ON

Duties:

Work closely with the Client Care Coordinator, to perform household management tasks for seniors and adults living with disabilities enabling them to remain in their homes longer.
Work with client or their representative to ensure understanding of the tasks they are looking to you to provide or support. These may include (but not limited to): cleaning any room of a home, washing floors, windows, dishes, bathrooms, laundry, meal preparation, or errands (e.g. retrieving mail or grocery items).
Complete requested tasks in a thorough and efficient manner, being respectful of the client and the client’s property and sensitive to their level of comfort with you in the home.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Experience providing house cleaning or household management services to others.
Experience interacting with seniors.
Two positive references.
Must have own transportation.
Commitment to comply with SFCSC confidentiality agreement and values.
Willingness to attend training or meetings as requested.

The successful applicant will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work with vulnerable persons by submitting a completed criminal record check with vulnerable sector check.

For a detailed job description visit, https://www.sfcsc.ca/career-opportunities

To Apply: send resume and cover letter to Southern Frontenac Community Services via email to Chantal.Tyrell@sfcsc.ca with Home Help Provider-Casual in the subject line.

We are committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices – Please notify Chantal Tyrell if you require accommodation for any part of the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants, however, only those receiving an interview will be contacted.

Adult Day Service Program Recreation Assistant

(Casual $18.21/hour)

Southern Frontenac Community Services is a rural based organization focused on working with others in the provision of health and social services that meet the needs of our community. This is a casual position, located in Sydenham, ON.

Primary Duties:

The Adult Day Service (ADS) Program Recreation Assistant will work closely with the ADS PSW Lead and other ADS staff to plan and implement an Adult Day Service. The ADS Recreation Assistant will work with groups or provide individual support for clients with differing needs. The ADS Recreation Assistant will take the lead on recreation within the program. Physical demands of the job include assisting with transfers and client care as well as room set-up and take down.

Please reference our website for a more detailed job description: https://www.sfcsc.ca/career-opportunities

Requirements:

Certificate in Therapeutic Recreation and/or Recreation & Leisure with Gerontology or equivalent.
Strong Leadership skills.
Knowledge of the aging process as well as diseases of aging.
Ability to evaluate activities and ensure that they meet both the client’s needs and interests as well as program standards of care.

The successful applicant will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work with vulnerable persons by submitting a completed criminal record check with vulnerable sector check.

We are committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices – please notify Chantal Tyrell if you require accommodation for any part of the

recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants, however, only those receiving an interview will be contacted.

Adult Day Service PSW Assistant

(Casual $18.21/hour)

Primary Duties:

The Adult Day Assistant (ADS) will work with the Adult Day Recreation Lead and ADS Staff to plan and implement an Adult Day Service. The ADS Assistant will work with groups or provide individual support for clients with differing needs. The ADS Assistant will take the lead on personal support services required by clients within the program. Physical demands of the job include assisting with transfers and client care as well as room set-up and take down.

Please reference our website for a more detailed job description: https://www.sfcsc.ca/career-opportunities

Requirements:

- Must have Personal Support Worker Certificate or equivalent.

- Must have an understanding of geriatric related disorders.

- Must be able to meet the client’s needs and interests as well as program standards of care.

The successful applicant will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work with vulnerable persons by submitting a completed criminal record check with vulnerable sector check.

We are committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices – please notify Chantal Tyrell if you require accommodation for any part of the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants, however, only those receiving an interview will be contacted.

Respite Care Provider – Casual

($18.21 an hour)

Duties:

Work closely with the Client Care Coordinator, to assist clients with their ADL’s and IADL’S and/or provide recreational care for seniors and adults living with disabilities enabling them to remain in their homes longer.
Work with client or their representative to ensure an understanding of the responsibilities/tasks they are looking to you to provide or support while in the home.
Complete requested tasks in a thorough and efficient manner, being respectful of the client and the client’s property and sensitive to their level of comfort with you in the home.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Personal Support Worker Diploma or Recreation and Leisure diploma or equivalent from a recognized institution.
Experience providing personal care and household management services to others.
Two positive references.
Must have own transportation.
Commitment to comply with SFCSC confidentiality agreement.
Willingness to attend training or meetings as requested.

The successful applicant will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work with vulnerable persons by submitting a completed criminal record check with vulnerable sector check.

For a detailed job description visit, https://www.sfcsc.ca/career-opportunities

To Apply: send resume and cover letter to Southern Frontenac Community Services via email to Chantal.Tyrell@sfcsc.ca with Respite Care Provider-Casual in the subject line.

Foot Care Service Provider

(Contract - $25/hour)

Southern Frontenac Community Services (“SFCSC”) is a rural based organization focused on working with others in the provision of health and social services that meet the needs of our community.

The Foot Care Provider is a contracted service worker engaged by SFCSC to provide basic foot care services to seniors living in South Frontenac at clinics held by SFCSC on a monthly basis. The Foot Care Provider will provide a basic assessment, treatment and documentation with each appointment.

This is a contract position. Work location is Sydenham, ON.

Primary Duties:

Attend clinics at SFCSC location(s) on the second and fourth Tuesday each month from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm, dressed appropriately

Provide foot care services to clients following KFL&A Public Health and IPAC Practice Recommendations
Adhere and support sanitization practices between clients
Perform assessment and determine treatment plan for clients
Provide basic foot care including toenail cutting, callous reduction and application of lotion to each client
Document details of treatment provided, concerns and other relevant information in client file

Please reference our website for a more detailed job description: https://www.sfcsc.ca/career-opportunities

Requirements:

Successful completion of a recognized Foot Care Certificate program
Must have own transportation
Successful completion of IPAC Core Competencies
Basic First Aid and CPR is and asset
Willingness to cooperate with any inspections of service
Willingness to attend training or meetings as requested
Proof of N-95 Mask Fitting
Proof of Full COVID-19 Vaccination

The successful applicant will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work with vulnerable persons by submitting a completed criminal record check with vulnerable sector check.