The work of Good Shepherd is based on a fundamental belief in providing hope and restoring dignity to the most vulnerable members of our community. Our services include emergency food transitional housing and education for homeless and street-involved youth; hospice palliative care; community mental health programs; and supportive housing programs. We are committed to integrating Harm Reduction practices into our programs and to prioritizing the rights, dignity, and choices of those who use substances. By integrating a Harm Reduction framework at Good Shepherd, we can decrease barriers to service and better support some of our community's most marginalized members.

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd - Emmanuel House

How You Will Make an Impact

Emmanuel House Hospice is a ten-bed palliative care facility located in Hamilton that offers a home-like environment for individuals who are nearing the end of their lives. Support and care are provided in a team-based approach, including various interdisciplinary team members such as personal support workers, nursing, physicians, spiritual and psychosocial support. We embrace a holistic model of care and the importance of providing individuals dignity at the end of their life, while providing opportunity for the resident and family to exercise religious, cultural and spiritual rituals, customs, rites and beliefs.

• Provide care to persons, families and friends at the end of life
• Work independently and collaboratively within the care team
• Deliver care in a person-centered way that considers the resident's personal and cultural needs/preferences

What You'll Bring to Our Team

• PSW certificate, in good standing from an approved and recognized institution
• Current CPR and First Aid certificate is required
• Experience working with individuals in the end of life or with a life limiting illness
• Good judgement, problem-solving and assessment skills
• Enhanced training in palliative/end of life care, such as Fundamentals in Hospice Palliative Care considered an asset
• Excellent attendance record
• Must be available to work a 12-hour shift schedule that includes days and nights
• Ability to speak French and/or other languages considered an asset
• Excellent resident to staff ratio that allows for exceptional resident care
• A respectful and rewarding work environment with ongoing opportunities to grow and learn.
• Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd
• Fluency in a language in addition to English is an asset

What We Offer

• Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
• Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE /
• FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
• Make a difference and provide HOPE

Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.

Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 905-528-5877.

Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID-19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview.