ABOUT SHALOM VILLAGE
Shalom Village is a non-profit campus of care that specializes in the health and wellbeing of Hamilton area seniors. We provide an unwavering commitment to making every day the best day possible for the seniors who depend on Shalom Village services and programs.
Through their dedication, training and commitment to seniors, our team members transform the lives of older adults through a variety of programs and services, including long-term care, senior living apartments, fitness, community wellness and social programs.
Our long-term care services provide a homey environment and programs for frail seniors, while our independent living apartments are perfect for more active seniors. Our fitness and community programs support local seniors living at home, while also providing them with the opportunity to socialize with their peers, learn new skills, and stay healthy and fit. Shalom Village has something for every Hamilton senior!
**Founded by the Jewish Community, for the benefit of all individuals throughout the Hamilton Region, our Jewish values and traditions ensure that all residents & participants, benefit from the respect, compassion, and dignity inherent in the Jewish faith. Shalom Village welcomes and celebrates individuals from all backgrounds and faiths.
MISSION, VISION & VALUES
Our Vision: Honouring our Fathers and our Mothers
Our Mission: To provide opportunities for the continuity of life interests, values, and relationships for those who need supportive housing, long term care, convalescent care, adult day services and specialized fitness facilities within the context of Jewish Values and Kashruth. We want all those who need our services to feel AT HOME.
Our Values: At Shalom Village we use the acronym AT HOME to provide a clear link between our vision, mission, values, and most importantly how these guiding principles are brought to life for all who live, work, volunteer or visit at Shalom Village.
Acknowledge: We will listen to each other and commit to being approachable, trustworthy, and helpful while valuing each person’ contributions, perspectives and differences.
Together: We will support each other and believe that together we can achieve anything.
Home: We will create a feeling of comfort, trust, familiarity, and safety that honours Jewish Values and brings about each individual person’s feeling of being at home.
Organization: We will strive for learning, innovation, accountability, transparency, and excellence in all we do.
Memories: We will share memories and create new ones through relationships, sharing, and celebrations.
Enablement: We will empower, encourage, and focus on each other’s strengths to make possibilities possible and accomplish our goals.
As a charity that depends on donor support, Shalom Village Staff play a vital role in our ability to deliver the lifesaving programs that benefit Shalom Village residents and participants. It is crucial that staff members believe-in the power of fundraising to bring people together to support the hundreds of seniors whose lives we impact every day. Our staff members are important ambassadors, donors, and members of the Shalom Village Family. We encourage all staff to join us as we work together to improve the lives of Hamilton area seniors.
Shalom Village transforms the lives of older adults In Hamilton through a variety of programs and services, including long-term care (Levy Long Term Care and the Gould Long Term Care), assisted living apartments, convalescent care, and community wellness and social programs. It provides an unwavering commitment to making every day the best day possible for the seniors for whom they provide care.
What makes Shalom Village different is its unique “AT HOME” approach to care. Staff help residents maintain their quality of life by providing opportunities for residents to participate in activities that have personal meaning and value. The staff provide opportunities for the continuity and fulfillment of each resident’s life interests, values and activities in a Jewish context for all persons requiring long-term or respite care.
Founded by the Jewish Community for the benefit of all seniors throughout the Hamilton Region, Shalom Village’s Jewish values and traditions ensure that all residents, benefit from the respect, compassion, and dignity inherent in the Jewish faith. As a resident-centered campus of care, Shalom welcomes and celebrates residents of all faiths.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summer Student Intern - Fitness for Older Adults in The Club Fitness Centre. This internship is a Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) temporary funded position. Using their knowledge of fitness with the support and guidance from The Club Fitness team, the successful student will engage in a number of activities to maintain and improve the strength, stamina, and mobility of the participants attending The Club Fitness Centre.
KEY DELIVERABLES
- Fitness training for our older adult participants
- Learning to conduct assessments and reassessments
- Learning about customer service, team work, and communications
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- An individual who possesses a fitness background or is currently enrolled in a fitness program in University/College would be preferred.
- As per the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) - Articles of Agreement the successful individual must meet the following requirements:
- be between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
- be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act*; and
- be legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial / territorial legislation and regulations.
- a current Police Vulnerable Sector Check completed in the last 6 months.
- Have a negative two-step TB skin test or chest x-ray completed in the last 6 months.
*Note: International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.
Source: Articles of Agreement - Canada.ca
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 9 weeks
Pay: $17.60 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Are you legally entitled to work in Ontario?
- Are you a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection act?
- Are you between 15-30 years old?
Work Location: In person
