ASSISTANT CARE COORDINATOR FOR SENIORS

PART TIME - KINGSTON, ON

If you are passionate about seniors and the frail, comfortable in a Catholic environment, flexible, a collaborator, committed to compassionate service, and interested in a long-term relationship with a group of Sisters, this position may be for you.

The Organizations

Established by Marguerite Bourgeoys and founded in 1658 in Ville Marie (Montreal) the Sisters of the Congregation of Notre Dame (CND) have contributed to meeting the spiritual, educational and social needs of people in need. The first English mission of the CND was in Kingston (1841) and they went on to establish and teach in schools across Ontario, including Ottawa and Toronto.

Canadian Religious Stewardship (CRS) is a not for profit and charitable organization established by Catholic Religious Institutes from across Canada. CRS is assisting the Sisters of the Congregation of Notre Dame in Ontario with their evolving needs.

The Position

This Part-time Assistant Care Coordinator will work in close collaboration with the other Assistant Care Coordinator and staff members to ensure support for a small group of ten elder Sisters belonging to the Congregation of Notre Dame.

The Assistant Care

Coordinator role is to provide support services in addition to those delivered by Providence Care Kingston. As an employee of Canadian Religious Stewardship (CRS), this role reports directly to the Director, HR, Communications and Health Care, and is expected to work independently with minimal supervision.

This job posting is intended to fill a newly created position.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Companionship and Support:

● Spend time in companionship with each of the ten CND Sisters individually or in small groups.

● Encourage the building and maintaining of meaningful, ongoing relationships with each Sister through regular engagement and visits.

● Support the Sisters' well-being and participation in aspects of the local community’s life including Mass,



special events, celebrations, funerals and small gatherings; including arrangements.

● Accompany Sisters to regularly scheduled medical appointments including: family physician, medical specialists and other health care professionals.

● As needed, assist in scheduling and accompanying Sisters to personal appointments including the hair salon, the grocery store, pharmacy, etc. by taxi, wheelchair transport or house car.

● Provide assistance, if possible, for unforeseen needs, such as accompanying Sisters’ to emergency room visits following falls or other urgent health concerns.

● Visit CND residents who have been admitted to hospital.

● Support Sisters with email, on-line purchases, computers and other technology.

Coordination:

● Coordinate with care staff to arrange transportation and schedule appointments.

● Communicate with care staff to ensure Sisters’ needs are being met.

● Assist with CND funeral preparation and services.

● Assist in special spiritual programming, as needed. (e.g., meditation group)

● Attend monthly meetings with the President of Providence Village, the Director of Care and other Coordinators.

● Attend multidisciplinary rounds with nurses, doctors and PSWs.

● Attend the annual meeting of CND Wellness and Health Resource Team.

Qualifications

Experience & Background

● Experience supporting seniors or vulnerable individuals in residential, community, or home settings.

● Experience coordinating schedules, appointments, or activities for individuals with varying levels of independence is an asset.





● A health care background or experience working with older adults is an asset.

Knowledge & Skills

● Compassionate, patient, and empathetic, with a genuine interest in the well-being of older adults.

● Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trusting and respectful relationships with the Sisters.

● Ability to provide practical support while promoting independence, dignity, and choice.

● Organized, resourceful, and able to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to urgent situations.

● Comfortable using technology (hardware and software) to support Sisters with email,

video calls, other digital tools and computers.

● Openness to learn about the CND traditions and expectations.

● Collaborative and adaptable, able to work effectively with others.

● Discreet and professional when handling sensitive personal, pastoral, or health-related information.

● Self-directed, flexible, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Working Conditions

● Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle

● Physically capable of fulfilling job duties

● Vulnerable Sector Police Check

● First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)

● Availability to work flexible hours, including occasional after-hours or in the event of an emergency

Hours of Work

This is a part time position with some room for flexibility. The hours of work will be discussed and confirmed with the candidate and CND Leadership in Kingston. (For example - Monday to Friday mornings or afternoons.)

Location

● Onsite at Providence Village in Kingston, ON

Accommodations will be provided as requested throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Note: This is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for this position. It may be subject to revisions or updates at the discretion of the organization.

Job Types: Part time, Permanent

Pay: $33.17-$41.49 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Assistant Care Coordinator for Seniors (Kingston)
🏢 Canadian Religious Stewardship
📍 Kingston