Adult Day Program Worker

**Job Summary** The Alzheimer Society of York Region (“AS York”) helps improve the quality of life for people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and related diseases. We provide supportive counselling and education opportunities for individuals and families living with dementia. AS York also provides respite to caregivers and social activities for persons diagnosed with cognitive impairment through our D.A.Y. Centers A non-profit, community-based agency, AS York offers programs and works in partnership with several community organizations across the Region of York. AS York is seeking an enthusiastic, empathetic, resourceful individual to join our D.A.Y. Centre team. The successful candidate will report to the Program Manager. **Key Responsibilities:** * Deliver direct client D.A.Y. Centre activity, recreation & social programming (group & individual) * Implement person-centred care that provides a consistent & safe approach to care & service delivery * Identify opportunities that will improve service delivery & meet specific client psycho-social needs * Monitor participant behaviours & concerns, with timely reporting of concerns & changes to the team * Monitor & assist client personal care needs - assist bathroom routines, support mobility needs * Actively participate as D.A.Y. Centre team member, providing support to co-workers, students & volunteers * Calmly & professionally react to crisis situations * Monitor, cleans & maintains work environment in accordance with the policies of AS York, IPAC Manual, Public Health & related legislations/regulations (i.e. fire regulations, OHSA) * Participate in training & educational opportunities as required * Perform other duties as required & assigned by the Program Manager/Senior Program Manager **Qualifications:** * One of the following: Personal Support Worker (PSW) Diploma/Certificate, Social Service Worker/Gerontology (SSW) Diploma, Activation Co-ordinator/Gerontology Diploma, Recreation Therapy/Gerontology Diploma * Minimum 2 years’ experience delivering dementia focused group programming in adult day program setting * Experience working with diverse cultures, older adults & persons with a cognitive impairment * Knowledge of dementia & current dementia care practices & a desire to work with this population * Well organized self-starter who can multi-task, ability to prioritize & react calmly to crisis situations * Ability to balance the demands of the position including physical requirements on feet, bending, lifting & assisting with physical demands of the program participants * Strong communication skills: proficient in both written & spoken English, second language an asset * Computer literacy, MS Word and familiarity with AlayaCare would be “nice to have” * U-First & GPA Certifications, CPR/First Aid Certification, Food Handler’s Certificate, Clear Vulnerable Sector Screening **Working Conditions** * In-person role at our Stouffville Day Centre * Monday to Thursday, 7.5-hour shifts * Reg