Program Assistant, Day Program-Scarborough McNicoll
- Toronto, ON, Canada
- Scarborough Finch, Canada
$22.52 - $26.49 · Full-time
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- $22.52 - $26.49
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Original job description
Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care (Yee Hong) is a recognized leader in senior care, dedicated to providing exceptional, culturally inclusive services that enhance the well-being of older adults. With a strong reputation for excellence in long-term care, community programs, and aging-in-place initiatives, Yee Hong is committed to supporting seniors in living with dignity, independence, and the best possible quality of life. At the core of its mission is a focus on compassionate, person-centered care tailored to the unique needs of diverse communities.
Yee Hong is one of the foremost providers of culturally appropriate senior care in the country, delivering high-quality resident experience and care to Chinese and other Asian seniors since 1994. The organization operates 805 long-term care beds and 308 seniors’ apartment units, with an additional 224 long-term care beds opening in a new home in early 2027. In addition, Yee Hong offers four campuses of managed care, a hospice residence, and a wide range of community-based senior and caregiver support services. Through this comprehensive network, the organization serves more than 15,000 individuals annually across the Greater Toronto Area.
Under the direction of the Program Manager/Program Coordinator, plans or participates in the planning of appropriate activities and providing high quality services to clients of the Day Program.
Qualifications:
Diploma in Social Work or Social Services, health sciences, activation, or equivalent
Experience in a social services setting preferred
Experience in geriatric rehabilitation in a long-term care setting is essential
Completion of a C.P.R.
Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Screen
Good oral and written communication skills in English and Chinese
Physical Demands/Working Conditions:
Some lifting and transfer
Normal
Please apply before:
2026-11-09Salary Range:
$22.52 - $26.49INTERNAL APPLICANTS: PLEASE APPLY THROUGH THE JOBS HUB
Our people are our greatest strength and the core of our success. We invest in our employees' wellbeing and support their ongoing learning and development. We offer:
Competitive total compensation package
Multi-employer pension plan
Professional development opportunities
Ongoing learning and development
Employee education assistance program
Award winning corporate culture
Safe, inclusive and supportive work environment
Yee Hong is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements for the open position. If contacted for this employment opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodation.
Successful applicants must provide a recent satisfactory vulnerable sector police reference check and medical clearance certificate.
Our hiring process involves the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with screening of the applicants’ resume.
This job is posted to fill an existing vacancy.
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Responsibilities
Plan or participate in planning appropriate activities for clients of the Day Program under the direction of the Program Manager or Program Coordinator. Provide high-quality services to Day Program clients.
Requirements
A diploma in Social Work, Social Services, health sciences, activation, or an equivalent field is required, along with essential experience in geriatric rehabilitation in a long-term care setting. Social services experience is preferred; candidates must have CPR completion, a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screen, and good oral and written communication skills in English and Chinese.
Skills
- Activity Planning
- Client Services
- Geriatric Rehabilitation
- Long-Term Care
- Social Services
- Communication
- Culturally Inclusive Care
- Person-Centered Care
- Client Support
- Lifting and Transfers
- CPR
Benefits
- Multi-Employer Pension Plan
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Ongoing Learning and Development
- Employee Education Assistance Program
- Award-Winning Corporate Culture
- Safe, Inclusive, and Supportive Work Environment
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Social Services
Keywords
- Day Program
- Senior Care
- Geriatric Care
- Geriatric Rehabilitation
- Long-Term Care
- Social Work
- Social Services
- Health Sciences
- Activation
- Activity Planning
- Client Services
- Person-Centered Care
- Culturally Inclusive Care
- CPR
- Vulnerable Sector Screen
- English Communication
- Chinese Communication
- Lifting
- Transfers