Bergen Gardens Senior Living is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and service-oriented Senior Living Companion to join our Community Care team. In this role, you will support tenants in maintaining their independence, dignity, and quality of life by providing non-medical assistance and personalized services based on individual care plans. You will play an important role in creating a welcoming, engaging, and supportive community where tenants feel valued, connected, and cared for.
- Escort tenants to and from meals, appointments, and activities within the building.
- Deliver meals to suites and collect dishes following meal service.
- Prepare simple breakfasts in tenant suites as outlined in care plans.
- Assist with household support tasks such as:
- Safety checks
- Garbage removal
- Opening and closing blinds
- Escorting tenants to and from laundry facilities
- Provide companionship and encourage participation in social and recreational activities.
- Support tenants who may be experiencing loneliness, isolation, or reduced mobility.
- Accurately document services provided according to care plans.
- Report tenant concerns, incidents, and safety issues promptly.
- Communicate effectively with tenants, families, team members, and external care providers.
- Follow all health, safety, infection prevention, and emergency procedures.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Adhere to privacy legislation, organizational policies, and tenant rights.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in hospitality, customer service, tenant services, or a related field.
- Experience in senior care, home care, assisted living, or long-term care is considered an asset.
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
- Comfortable using computers, tablets, and basic technology.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Demonstrated compassion, empathy, and respect for seniors.
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Additional languages are considered an asset.
- Meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of seniors.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Opportunity to build genuine relationships with tenants and their families.
- A workplace committed to person-directed care and creating a vibrant senior living community.
We recognize that employee satisfaction is integral to the company’s success and offer a friendly and positive work environment along with excellent pay and benefits that include, health and dental coverage, health care spending account, group life insurance and a group DPSP/RRSP matching program. We want work to be a source of pride and personal fulfillment for our staff as they contribute to our joint success.
This role involves standing, walking, bending, lifting, and assisting tenants throughout the day. Candidates must be able to meet the physical demands of the position and maintain regular attendance.
If you are passionate about supporting seniors and creating exceptional tenant experiences, we would love to hear from you. Request for accommodations will be dealt with in a timely manner.
