CharityVillage

DATE: May 28th, 2024
LOCATION:   Toronto, ON – Pine Villa
COMPENSATION: $28.23 hour
 
To help fulfill its mission, LOFT is hiring a Registered Practical Nurse- Relief.

Job Summary:

As a member of an interdisciplinary team, you will be expected to ensure the safety and security of the resident environment, to practice in accordance with College of Nurses of Ontario professional standards, and the policies and procedures as defined by LOFT Community Services. The RPN will be responsible for working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, contributing to Enhanced Specialized Assisted Living Program development, participating in clinical supervision; and providing support to the physical, cognitive, mental health and social/recreational needs of older adults and seniors in a way that enhances their dignity and personal empowerment. 

What You Bring:
Must Haves

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and able to practice without restrictions. 
• Medication Administration Certification or completion of an RPN education preparation program that includes medication administration. 
• Experience with vulnerable older adults and seniors with serious mental illness, cognitive, addiction and responsive behavioral challenges who have been longer term hospital patients. 
• Knowledge and proven experience working with clients in a PSR (Psychosocial Rehabilitation) approach. 
• Knowledge of social services and community services for adults and seniors. 
• Knowledge of and experience in delivering direct services in accordance with psychosocial ‘recovery’ principles. 
• Ability to organize 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. 
• Physically able to perform demanding body mechanics (i.e. lifting, transferring, Hoyer, etc.). 
• First Aid and CPR certification. 
• Good oral and written skills. 
• Excellent computer skills. 
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment   

Nice-to-Haves

• Ability to communicate in a different language, an asset. 
• Understanding of cultural competency and anti-oppression framework. 
• Reflective of a multi-barriered group, as serviced by the program, a strong asset. 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Note: All LOFT employees are required to be COVID-19 vaccinated as a condition of hire in accordance with LOFT’s Vaccination Policy; unless they are employed in orwork regularly with staff who are employed in, non-client facing roles.

Note: A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.

CLOSING DATE: June 12th, 2024