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Southlake

Physiotherapist, Temporary Part Time

Newmarket, ON · On-site

CA$40.36 - CA$56.30/hr

Temporary (Fixed Term), Part timeNumber of Positions: 0Union: OPSEUMinimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $40.36 - $56.30 Why Join Our Team? * A people-first workplace environment that prioritizes belonging ...

Milltown Dental

Certified Dental Assistant

Milton, ON · On-site

Level II Certified Dental Assistant - Maternity Leave Coverage Milltown Dental is looking for a ... temporary maternity-leave coverage beginning at the end of September 2026. Schedule: * Monday ...

Aramark

Finance Analyst - Temporary

Mississauga, ON · On-site

CA$60K - CA$65K/yr

The Financial Analyst - Temporary (18-Month Contract) supports the accounting, reporting, and ... Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reporting ...

Magna

Lab Technician - Temporary

Guelph, ON · On-site

$28.88 - $32.04/hr

QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB: - Immediate, open temporary position (one year requirement ... to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These ...

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Temporary Assistants are employees hired on a short-term basis to support organizations with administrative, clerical, or specialized tasks. They often fill in for permanent staff during absences, help during busy periods, or assist with specific projects. Their responsibilities can include data entry, scheduling, answering phones, and other office duties. Temporary Assistants provide flexibility to employers and can work through staffing agencies or be hired directly.

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Care Support Assistant | Temporary Part-Time Days

Sienna Senior Living

Stouffville, ON • On-site

CA$20.18/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day care and support to residents, ensuring a warm, safe environment that promotes comfort, dignity, and well-being.

  • Support residents in preparing for and attending Care Community events that enhance engagement and overall quality of life.

  • Assist with meal service, housekeeping, laundry duties, and transportation of residents as required.

Job description

Care Support Assistant

Bloomington Cove Community, Stouffville ON

Rate of Pay: $20.18 (as per collective agreement)

This posting is for an existing vacancy

At Sienna you won’t just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents. Join us in a role where knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible, it is expected. Our purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life! We truly believe it is a privilege to serve Canada’s seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect.

What Sienna Offers:

We are a purpose driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. And we offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:

  • A competitive salary and vacation package
  • Health & Dental benefits program
  • Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
  • Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
  • A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs

What You’ll Be Doing:

You will be a valued member of the Long Term Care team, working in a fast-paced, resident-centered environment where you make a meaningful difference each day. As a Care Support Assistant, you will build positive relationships with residents and their families while providing compassionate support that promotes comfort, dignity, and well-being. Through companionship, and assistance with activities and routines, you will help create a warm, safe, and welcoming home where residents can truly live fully, every day.

How You’ll Succeed

  • Provide day-to-day care and support to residents, ensuring a warm, safe environment that promotes comfort, dignity, and well-being.
  • Support residents in preparing for and attending Care Community events that enhance engagement and overall quality of life.
  • Act as a resident companion, offering comfort, emotional support, and meaningful social interaction.
  • Assist with meal service, including table and tray preparation, serving food, beverages, and accompaniments.
  • Complete housekeeping and laundry duties as directed, including bed making, restocking supplies, organizing closets, cleaning bedside areas, and transporting personal laundry to and from resident rooms.
  • Participate in resident admissions, orientations, and transfers as directed.
  • Transport residents to and from their rooms, dining areas, recreational activities, and the health office as required.

Who You Are: 

  • You have successfully completed High school and achieved a diploma.
  • Have a Safe Food Handling Certificate or willing to obtain one.
  • Ability to work independently and/ or as a member of a team.
  • Ability to communicate effectively when working with residents, families and visitors.
  • Effective verbal and written English communication skills required. 

What You Need to Know:

  • Sienna Senior Living is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and residents feel like they belong.  We seek applicants with diverse backgrounds and have a wide range of abilities.  Sienna  provides an accessible candidate experience.
  • You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check and/or Criminal Record Check applicable to the appropriate province
  • You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit
  • Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial intelligence to screen and assess applicants for this position.

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