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​DATE:&nbsp;October 10, 2025​&nbsp;CLOSING DATE: October 26, 2025&nbsp;LOCATION:&nbsp;&nbsp;Orillia, ON - Back to Home Orillia&nbsp;COMPENSATION: $25.05/hr&nbsp;VACANCIES:&nbsp;3&nbsp;WORK TYPE: Onsite&nbsp;JOB ID:&nbsp;10329142&nbsp;Who We Are:&nbsp;LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complex issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness. Serving 20,573 annually and providing 1,856 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontario’s largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice™ Award (NEOC) recipient.Job Summary:The Personal Support Worker is responsible for rendering a range of services for the clients of the program consistent with its basic values and goals. The Personal Support Worker will support, as assigned, the needs of the vulnerable, at risk, older adults and seniors living in the multi-sites under the auspices of the program. This support relates to the physical, cognitive, mental health and social/recreational needs of the clients. The staff member will maintain the established routines of the program including all security, fire and general health and safety practices. The Personal Support Worker will perform these and other delegated responsibilities to ensure the quality of personal care of the clients of the program.Essential Duties:Assist clients with physical and mental health needs by fostering respectful relationships, supporting daily living activities, managing medical and behavioral issues, facilitating social engagement, and maintaining accurate care documentation in collaboration with the support team.Maintain safety and security by responding to emergencies, documenting incidents, ensuring client well-being through regular interactionOversee site-specific medical responsibilities by monitoring the medication program, ensuring proper storage and documentation, and collaborating with physicians, pharmacists, and program staff to resolve any issues.Coordinate and participate in social and recreational activities by attending planning meetings, maintaining participant records, ensuring equipment readiness, communicating client absences, leading outings, including driving clientsPerform various operational and support duties by managing communications, maintaining daily residence operations, coordinating emergency evacuations, participating in meetings and training, working rotating shifts across housing sites, and accepting delegated tasks from senior staff to ensure smooth program delivery.Other ad-hoc tasks as assigned by the program managerQualificationA diploma / certificate or above in Human Services, Gerontology or Personal Support Worker from a recognized college or university is preferredFirst Aid and CPR trainingExperience with clients with unique special needs including cognitive impairment and/or mental health issues.Knowledge of medication, general health and psychiatric conditionsAbility to organize activities and work with individuals and groups in the areas of assessment, problem solving and crisis management;Ability to interact with clients in a positive and supportive manner;Demonstrated ability to work with multi-disciplinary professionals and other staff in a team environment;Good oral and written English skills.Computer skills are requiredPossession of a valid Ontario Driver's License preferred;Work Environment:Physically able to perform demanding body mechanics (e.g. lifting, transferring, etc.)Since the position involves working in client/client/member’s own homes, staff may be subjected to second hand smoke while performing their job duties.In addition staff will be required to work rotating shifts as scheduled by the program.What We Offer:​​​​​E-learning program available all year roundCorporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife FitnessAccess to Perkopolis, a comprehensive corporate discount programAccess to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and InclusionOur Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion&nbsp;LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, you are encouraged to apply.&nbsp;Note: A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.​

LOFT Community Services

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​DATE: October 8, 2025&nbsp;CLOSING DATE: October 22, 2025​&nbsp;LOCATION: Orillia, ON - Tudhope&nbsp;COMPENSATION: $50,409&nbsp;- $59,904 Annually Prorated&nbsp;CONTRACT PERIOD: Now until January 15, 2027&nbsp;VACANCY: 1&nbsp;WORK TYPE: On-site&nbsp;JOB ID: 10236741LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complex issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness. Serving 20,573 annually and providing 1,856 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontario’s largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice™ Award (NEOC) recipient.&nbsp;Job Summary&nbsp;The Life Enrichment Worker (LEW) is responsible for working within an interdisciplinary team and enhancing the quality of life for older adults and seniors living within a LOFT Program who are facing complex challenges. These complex challenges could include mental health and/or addiction challenges, cognitive impairment, ongoing physical health issues, responsive behaviours and/or other neurological disorders. The LEW is responsible for the effective operation and delivery of all recreational programming, which includes assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating a variety of innovative recreational, educational, or therapeutic program activities that will support the achievement of optimal individualized care for the client, and further assists in building their interpersonal relationships and social skills. This position will include both individual and group work.&nbsp;What You Will Do<ul><li>Oversee the assessment of clients to determine their&nbsp;ability for program participation.</li><li>Execute a therapeutic program targeted toward what the client requires most.</li><li>Manage the assessment of physical and social needs of the client to ensure program meets client’s needs.</li><li>Observe, analyze, and record clients' participation, reactions, and progress during programs, modifying treatment programs as needed.</li><li>Counsel and encourage clients to develop leisure activities.</li><li>Work with clients’ treatment team to plan and evaluate therapy programs.</li><li>Conduct recreational therapy sessions to improve clients' mental and physical well-being.</li><li>Instruct client in activities and techniques, such as sports, dance, music, art, or relaxation techniques, designed to meet their specific physical or psychological needs.</li><li>Work with the Manager&nbsp;to ensure that the personal care plan for each client is in conjunction with the care team and family and based on the client’s needs and preferences and monitor each client’s progress as it relates to the client’s care plan.</li><li>Work with each client’s circle of care to support&nbsp;appropriate transition to Long Term Care when needed.</li><li>Identify areas of risk and recommend and/or take actions as appropriate.</li><li>Maintaining accurate records and files on the provision of service to residents/clients</li><li>Ensure training objectives and requirements are met while ensuring on-going training and development for staff, students, and volunteers.</li><li>Recognize and communicate training needs of program.</li><li>Participate in on call rotation regularly and as required.</li><li>Undertake special projects and tasks as assigned.</li><li>Provide other duties, as assigned by Program Manager</li></ul>What You Bring&nbsp;Must Haves<ul><li>Degree and/or diploma in Therapeutic Recreation or recreation with a therapeutic concentration</li><li>Minimum 2 years’ experience with vulnerable older adults and seniors who may be living with mental illness, cognitive and neurological illnesses, addiction challenges and/or responsive behaviors who have been longer term hospital patients.</li><li>Knowledge and training in GPA, Montessori Methods for Dementia, PIECES and Restorative Care</li><li>Knowledge and proven experience working with clients in a PSR (Psychosocial Rehabilitation) approach.</li><li>First Aid and CPR certification.</li><li>Ability to organize and work with individuals and groups in the areas of assessment, program planning and problem solving.</li><li>Ability to interact with clients in a positive and supportive manner.</li><li>Physically able to perform required duties.</li><li>Good oral and written skills; excellent computer skills; ability to follow written and verbal instructions.</li><li>Ability to work effectively in a team environment.</li><li>Demonstrated effectiveness working with minimal supervision with proven reliability and trustworthiness.</li><li>A valid drivers’ license and access to your own vehicle is required.</li><li>Ability to communicate in a different language, an asset</li></ul>Nice-to-Haves<ul><li>Ability to communicate in a different language, an asset</li><li>An understanding of cultural competency and framework</li><li>Ability to drive agency van&nbsp;</li></ul>Work Environment&nbsp;<ul><li>Will be required to work in resident rooms and may be exposed to second hand smoke.</li><li>Required to be on after-hours on call, on a rotating schedule.</li><li>Walk up and down stairs, physically able to assist client with daily living activities 10%-20% travel to different locations with transit and/or own vehicle, outdoor travel, Lifting objects up to 50 lbs.</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>E-learning program available all year round</li><li>Starting vacation time above minimum standard,</li><li>Additional paid personal and paid sick days</li><li>Professional development budget available to help you nurture and shape your career</li><li>Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness</li><li>Access to Perkopolis, a comprehensive corporate discount program</li><li>Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion</li></ul>Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion&nbsp;LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, you are encouraged to apply.&nbsp;Note: A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.​

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