Program Assistant, Day Program (Mississauga, REF528J)

JOIN A GREAT TEAM, DOING GREAT WORK!

Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care (“Yee Hong”) is one of the largest not-for-profit, culturally-appropriate seniors care organizations in Canada. At several campuses of care and other service locations across the Greater Toronto Area, Yee Hong offers a full continuum of services including active seniors programs, adult day programs, caregiver support services, transportation, meals on wheels, congregate dining, home care, long-term care, and hospice/palliative care. Yee Hong’s vision is “Seniors living their lives to the fullest – with health, independence and dignity”. In their living setting of choice, seniors and their families are supported to optimize their physical, mental, social and spiritual well-being. Yee Hong also supports other organizations with innovating seniors care through its advisory services, training and learning centre, and research.  Since the start of our operations 1994, Yee Hong has been successfully accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada seven consecutive times for our teams’ commitment to highest quality care and service excellence.

As a recipient of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture Award in 2020 and renewed in 2021 and 2022, Yee Hong is committed to innovation, diversity, teamwork, integrity, collaboration and accountability. Our people are the reason our residents and clients receive excellent care and enjoy a high quality of life. Yee Hong’s progressive organizational culture and work environment attract, retain and develop the best staff, volunteers and students. Yee Hong is inviting applicants to apply for this exciting opportunity. We commit to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, and offer a rewarding career as a member of our stellar team.

Under the overall direction of the Program Manager/Program Coordinator, participates in the planning and implementation of appropriate activities and high quality services to clients of the program in a safe and supportive environment, ensuring clients' physical, mental, social and emotional needs are supported.

• Diploma in Social Services, Social Work, health care, activation, or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a community or health care setting
• Experience in geriatric rehabilitation preferred
• Completion of a C.P.R. (i.e., completed within one year period)
• Excellent customer service and presentation skills.
• Experience in implementing programs (small and large groups)
• Flexibility and adaptability with working in different programs.
• Computer proficiency (MS Office, Social Media, etc.)
• Ability to communicate in Chinese
• Must be able to work some evenings or weekends on occasion for special events/programs.

Working Conditions:

• Some lifting required for room/activity set up.

Interested applicants may apply by November 3, 2024 quoting reference number REF528J

Our people are our greatest strength and the core of our success. We invest in our employees' wellbeing and support their ongoing learning and development. We offer:

• Competitive total compensation package
• Multi-employer pension plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Ongoing learning and development
• Employee education assistance program
• Award winning corporate culture
• Safe, inclusive and supportive work environment

Yee Hong is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements for the open position. If contacted for this employment opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodation.

Successful applicants must provide a recent satisfactory vulnerable sector police reference check and medical clearance certificate

For current Yee Hong employees, please indicate your Employee Number on the resume