Reference ID: GNS762
Line of Business: Inpatient, GreeneStone Centre for Recovery
Location: Bala, ON (3571 Muskoka District Road 169, Muskoka Lakes, ON P0C 1A0)
Position Type: Part-Time, Permanent
Hours: 24 Hours Per Week
Vacancy Status: This Posting is for an Existing Vacancy
Compensation: $18.50 - $21.00
WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT CATC:
AS A MULTIDISCIPLINARY HEALTHCARE TEAM - TOGETHER, WE:
Compassion – we meet people where they are, ready to help
Accountability – we take responsibility for outcomes
Respect – we work well with others=
Excellence – we deliver exceptional experiences to everyone we encounter
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Wellness: Healthcare Spending Account ffor you and your family along with Employee Assistant Programs through TELUS Health, discounted GoodLife fitness memberships, paid time off for vacation, wellness days for illness, and mental health, and bereavement.
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Career Development: Professional Development, Lunch & Learn Sessions and access to 100+ courses within the Company’s Learning Management System.
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Preparation for the Future: Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP/DPSP).
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Employee Recognition: Service Recognition Program.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
The Nursing Support provides care that meets the supportive, physical, and mental needs of a client. The ideal candidate will provide support to the nurse on duty, including but not limited to: able to take vitals, de-escalate situations, light housekeeping, filing, and general support to clients.
YOUR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Provide emotional support and encouragement to clients and families in coping with daily demands and at stressful times
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Be respectful of the client’s situation and family
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Provide personal care that may include but is not limited to: bathing, grooming, skin care, dressing, toileting, lifts/transfers, mobility assistance, assisting clients at meal time, and other duties in accordance with individualized client care plans
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Prepare nutritious meals that accommodate specific dietary needs for clients
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Assist with housekeeping including but are not limited to: laundry, making the bed, vacuuming, wiping kitchen surfaces, dusting furniture
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Work under the supervision of a Registered Healthcare Professional such as a Registered Nurse (RN) or a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
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Reporting behavioural or clinical changes
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Change non-sterile dressings and give oral medications as instructed by your home care agency or supervisor.
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Perform any other duties as directed by the supervisor that fit the needs of the client.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO HAVE:
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Minimum of 1-year experience as a Support Worker or similar field
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Ability to demonstrate empathy and treat clients with dignity and respect
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Ability to stand, bend, walk, crouch, kneel and reach freely and for extended periods of time
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Ability to lift or move 25 pounds independently; ability to assist clients with standing, walking, sitting; able to reposition clients in bed
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Provision of a recent and acceptable Criminal Reference Check.
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Current First Aid and CPR Certification is required.
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Strong commitment to working with individuals living with addiction and mental health.
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Personal Support Worker Certification from an approved post-secondary educational institution OR currently enrolled in or completed a nursing program is an asset
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Founded in 1995, Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres (CATC) operates three inpatient addiction treatment centres, a national network of more than 70 outpatient substance use disorder treatment clinics and specialty pharmacies in Canada.
CATC delivers services in a supportive, compassionate, and judgment-free environment. We are committed to improving the lives of individuals affected by addiction through a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach that prioritizes quality care and an exceptional patient experience.
Our outpatient clinics provide walk-in support in person or virtually to enable community-based access to accredited treatment programs. Our CARE teams provide rapid access to a team of medical professionals, pharmacy services and wrap-around supports to engage patients through stabilization and treatment plans that enable patient success in achieving care goals.
Our inpatient treatment centres provide structured, 24/7 medically supported care in a safe and therapeutic environment for individuals who require intensive stabilization and recovery support. Care is focused on building a strong foundation for long-term recovery through accredited, evidence-based programming. Our secure virtual counselling services make care more accessible through flexible, remote connections with qualified professionals.
As part of our commitment to transparency and efficiency, we would like to inform you that we utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies in our recruitment process to assist in the initial screening and evaluation of applications.
