Company:
Communitas Supportive Care Society
Details:
This permanent part time (30hr/week) position is responsible to prepare meals according to the dietary requirements, as defined in nutrition care plans, of the residents as well as maintaining a clean, orderly and safe home. The General Household Assistant will interact with the individuals living at Colwyn in a friendly and respectful manner while performing these tasks. This position includes day, evening and weekend work. We have 2 General Household Assistant positions open.
SPECIFIC DUTIES
• Prepare meals, including snacks, nourishments and baking according to the established menu
• Follow and ensure Food Safe guidelines are followed
• Keep a clean, hygienic and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Responsible for the weekly household and grocery shopping
• Responsible for the coordinating and cooking of special/holiday meals
• Communicate effectively with other support staff to ensure continuity in activities and routines
• Perform a variety of daily cleaning activities to ensure that Colwyn home is clean and safe in all areas such as vacuuming, washroom cleaning, floor washing etc.,as per the established chore lists
• Report any maintenance/repairs needed to the program manager
• Responsible to provide clean linen and clothing for the residents
• Responsible to mend, iron and label linen/clothing items as necessary
• Ensures residents’ personal care items are fully stocked
• Provides assistance with transfers including personal care transfers
• Completes Monthly Work Place Inspection Reports
• Participates in all program staff meetings
• Attends work related in-services/training as required by Communitas
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Experience:
• Requires own vehicle for weekly grocery shopping
• Food Safe Certification
• WHMIS Training or working knowledge of WHMIS
• Have an understanding of basic meal budgeting
• Knowledge/experience of food preparation and of cleaning procedures
• Willing to learn/follow prescribed food preparation techniques and guidelines
• A philosophy of service that is in line with Communitas’ Vision, Mission and Values
• Ability to work as a member of the team as well as being able to work independently
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent problem solving skills and creative thinking