R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home64 Pleasant Street, Antigonish, NS. B2G 1W7
Resident Mobility Companions

Join Our Team for the Summer as Resident Mobility Companion: Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? We're looking for three (3) compassionate and dedicated Resident Mobility Companions to support residents and their families.

About the Role:

As a member of the Rehab Team, the Resident Mobility Companion enhances opportunities for the Residents to engage in both internal and external activities in their own Home, within the R.K. Community, and the larger community. Reporting to the Walking Stick Rehab Team, the Resident Mobility Companion is responsible for assisting residents and their family members to break up the boredom by attending a variety of social functions and creating opportunities to get outdoors.

What You'll Do:

• In consultation with the Rehab Team, deliver opportunities for the residents to socialize with family members, attend Therapeutic Recreation Programming and activities within their RK Community, while maintaining contact with the larger community. (e.g., a trip down Main Street for coffee, etc.)
• To be the physical strength that family/friends/ spouses need to power a manual wheelchair on an adventure "over-town" - complementing the socializing family members would like to be apart of.
• To empower residents and their significant others in getting outdoors and finding the fun.
• To organize their time in a time effective manner so as to maximize resident socialization within the RK community.

The Complete job description can be viewed on our website @ www.rkmacdonald.ca

What We're Looking For

Knowledge & Skills:

Able to play a musical instrument, and or a willingness to sing are huge assets; Understanding of the value of the socialization for the elderly; Excellent interpersonal skills; Strong facilitation skills & organizational skills; An ability to work collaboratively within the team and independently and be accountable for all actions and decisions, with a high degree of initiative; Creative and innovative thinking - flexibility and adaptability is essential; Must be physically able to perform all aspects of the work.

Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years of age; enrolled or completed a diploma/degree program in a health care related sector or have a keen interest in, and/or other related relevant education and experience; experience in Long-Term Care (volunteering, family member living in a Long-Term Care setting; proven leadership ability and excellent oral and written communication skills.

Why Join Us?

An opportunity to have a meaningful and fulfilling career; and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of residents and their families. Take the next step by joining a team that values your dedication and compassion. Apply today and help us make a positive impact!

Hours of Work: Non-union Regular Full-time (1.0 FTE) - 40 hrs per week (Rotational Weekends) (hours may flex as necessary) Paid 80 hrs bi weekly, paid breaks and lunch. 11 am - 7 pm (subject to change)
Positions: 3 Full Time Summer Positions
Salary: $17.00/hour
Deadline: May 26, 2025 at 4 pm.
Start & End Date: June 2025 (12 wks. June, July August)
Apply by: Submit cover letter and resume to Human Resource Coordinator by email via: [email protected] or fax # (902) 863-4437

The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home provides patient centred care to 136 residents with approximately 290 care partners. The home is filled with people who care deeply about providing excellent resident care and who are committed to creating a safe work environment. If you are looking for an opportunity in a patient centred home than we are the place for you. As per the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Protocol in High-Risk Settings, Nova Scotia Health requires all team members to be fully vaccinated by November 30th, 2021. The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. The R.K. MacDonald is an inclusive employer who supports diversity, equality, and reconciliation. Our goal is to be a workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We welcome people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientation, age, religion, and physical and mental abilities. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful Applicants are required to provide a criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) to Human Resources before starting employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. In addition, proof of applicable education and or certification is required as a condition of employment.