Tenant Companion- Casual

Job summary

The Tenant Companion provides daily support, supervision, and assistance with personal tasks and medication reminders to residents in supportive housing. They also facilitate social and recreational activities to promote an active and engaged lifestyle for tenants.

Job details

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care. For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees. Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today! The Tenant Companion is a multi-functional worker who provides support and supervision to individuals in Supportive Housing, promoting independence, dignity and self-esteem within a safe and secure environment. The Tenant Companion supports tenants through cueing, reminders and assistance with a variety of everyday tasks. The Tenant Companion encourages and supports social and leisure activities helping to keep tenants active, happy and engaged. Key Responsibilities Provides cueing, direction and assistance as needed with personal supports, hygiene and safe ambulation on a daily basis; Provides medication reminders from pre-measured, pre-packaged medication and assist with non-prescription medications as per site protocol; Ensures tenant suite and common area(s) are maintained in a safe, clean and comfortable condition, encouraging tenant participation as appropriate; To orientate tenants move in and internal transfers where applicable; using a warm and welcoming approach; Conducts and encourages meaningful social and recreational activities, respecting individual choice; Provides a safe environment for the tenants by ensuring adherence to workplace safety and health regulations as well as site policies and guidelines; Participates in the delivery and service of meals and snacks to tenants within a relaxed and pleasurable dining environment Works collaboratively with supervisory/management staff; Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents); Uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity; Complete other duties as assigned. Qualifications - Preference will be given to applicants currently employed as a Tenant Companion - High School Diploma or equivalent - Life and work experience in a relevant area, caring for the elderly preferred - Ability to work independently in a home setting and to function as a team member - Ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload; to recognize and pursue self-development - English fluency in both written and verbal communication - Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.

What you’ll do

The Tenant Companion provides daily support, supervision, and assistance with personal tasks and medication reminders to residents in supportive housing. They also facilitate social and recreational activities to promote an active and engaged lifestyle for tenants.

Requirements

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience caring for the elderly is preferred. Candidates must be able to work independently, possess strong communication skills, and provide a current Vulnerable Sector Check.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Prioritization · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Personal support
• Medication reminders
• Hygiene assistance
• Safe ambulation
• Social activity facilitation
• Recreational activity planning
• Communication
• Time management
• Prioritization
• Teamwork
• Safety compliance
• Vulnerable adult care
• Self Development
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Leisure And Recreation
• Assisted Living
• Management
• Creativity
• English Language
• Medical Prescription
• Senior Living
• Supportive Housing
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Workplace Safety

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Customer Service & Support
• Care Companion
• Caregiver / Personal Care Aide
• Companions and Valets
• Personal Care Aides
• Home Health and Personal Care Aides