Adult Day Program Assistant Health Services – Long Term Care Status: 1 Regular Part Time Position  Hourly Rate: $29.30-$31.00/hour (plus 14% in lieu of benefits) Work mode: Onsite – Malton Village 7075 Rexwood Road, Mississauga Hours of work: no guaranteed hours of work - various shifts Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm and 8:00 am to 4:00 pm on alternate Saturdays Who we are:The Long-Term Care and Senior Services Divisions require staff to provide person-centered care to our residents and families following the Butterfly Model of Care. This will ensure high levels of emotional wellbeing and a better quality of life for those living in our homes and participating in our Adult Day Programs.  We are looking for staff that bring passion and care to the work that they do. What you will do in this role:  Reporting to Supervisor, Adult Day and Community Services (or designate) you will provide therapeutic and recreational services and support the independence of clients in attendance at the Adult Day Service- Assist with providing activities, which are varied to meet the needs of the participants from the community- Assist the participants to integrate into the group activities and programs which may include hobbies, social events, spiritual care programs and therapeutic regimes- Assess participants’ abilities and interests and recommend specific programs- Serve all meals and snacks to clients according to proper dietary requirements- Provide assistance for all activities of daily living- Maintain appropriate records in accordance with the policies and procedures and legislated standards of the Centre- Day Program Assistant responsibilities as per job descriptionWhat the role requires: - Post secondary diploma in Social Services or Gerontology, OR two (2) year Activation/Recreation Therapy Diploma from an accredited community college is required- Previous experience of at least one year in Adult Day Service or a long term care setting is preferred- Must have effective oral and written communication skills - Must be able to communicate appropriately with residents, staff, volunteers and visitors- Computer skills are required- Must have a valid CPR/First Aid certification- May be required to hold a Class “F” license- Must have Food Handlers Certification- Must be physically able to perform all delegated duties - Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing biasCompensation: $29.30-$31.00/hour (plus 14% in lieu of benefits)Location: Malton Village 7075 Rexwood Road, MississaugaHours of Work: no guaranteed hours of work - various shifts Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm and 8:00 am to 4:00 pm on alternate SaturdaysInterview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology. Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us: - 14% in lieu of benefits   - Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan- Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion - Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resources  Please note: Successful candidates hired to work within any of The Region of Peel’s Long Term Care Homes are required to provide the following information prior to hire:- Vulnerable Sector Police Check- TB Skin TestingIt is the responsibility of the successful candidate to pay for any associated costs of the above noted checks If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line. Kindly ensure to regularly monitor your spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding your application may be directed there. As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced Covid-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.