Career Opportunity | Tapestry at Village Gate West
Resident Assistant – Hiring for two positions
Full Time (Permanent) and temporary 3 month contract available. 
Tapestry is an active aging community where individuals seek opportunities to pursue their physical, mental and spiritual independence. While focused on the benefits of active aging, we recognize there may be occasions when additional health services may be required by our residents. As a Resident Assistant, your responsibilities include carrying out treatments and services as directed by the Wellness Manager to support residents who may require health services. This includes, but is not limited to, assisting with residents with medication, personal daily preparation, shower and bath standby, and post-hospitalization wellness checks. This role must deal tactfully and courteously with residents, families and visitors, reporting concerns and incidents as required and completing documentation in a timely, accurate and efficient manner. This role plays a critical role in supporting the delivery of our Mission within our community, which operates 24-7/365 days.

Qualifications & Requirements
•Successful completion of a Personal Support Worker Program
•Ability to work all shifts as assigned (May include Day, Evening, Night, Weekend)
•CPR & First Aid Designations
•Completed Vulnerable Sector Screening & Mask Fit testing
•A critical thinker in ensuring resident safety
•Experience in a seniors’ housing/community context
•Strong working knowledge of Microsoft products
•Serves residents with compassion and respect, and communicates clearly and effectively
•Looking for meaningful work and inspired to make a difference

Tapestry offers an attractive total compensation package, including a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including dental, medical and vision benefits, as well as a particularly valuable virtual doctor service. We also offer no-waiting access to an Employee & Family Assistance Program, which provides immediate access to discounts at leading retailers and special purchase deals designed exclusively for Tapestry employees.

Our community is located in Etobicoke, within walking distance to both the Islington and Kipling subway stations. We are also walking distance to variety of shops, restaurants, and other professional services.

If you’re looking for a positive new opportunity, are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives and you’re a committed team player, we’d love to hear from you!
Please note, your employment as a successful candidate is subject to completing a Vulnerable Sector Check and TB test, as well as providing documentation validating that you have received Tapestry’s required immunizations. Tapestry pays the cost of all required checks and tests.

COVID-19 Considerations:
Tapestry has taken a number of measures to protect the health of our residents and employees, including active screening upon entry to the community. Only those individuals who are free of cold and flu symptoms are able to work in the community.
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Posted:
April 13, 2022