Langley Senior Resources Society

About Us

Since 1982, the Langley Senior Resources Society (LSRS) has provided social, recreational, and educational programs as well as nutritious food, health and supportive services for adults 50 years of age and older in the City of Langley and the Township of Langley. LSRS is an independent, non-profit, charitable organization with 50 staff and 200 volunteers that deliver over 40 programs, services, and events every year.

Our Adult Day Program provides specialized care and recreation for adults with physical and/or cognitive limitations in the Langley area. We provide social connection, fun activities, exercise, and health checks. We are a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse team, who are proud of our high standards of care. We empower our clients, and each other, to live our best lives and reach our individual goals, while supporting the families and care givers to have respite. We provide a safe space where our staff are respected and valued.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE – Adult Day Program

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under the direction of the Program Manager, and in conjunction with our Lead LPN, this position will provide medical support and guidance with the social, mental, and physical needs of our clients using client-centered, trauma-informed best practices.

Working Hours:

Casual employment

• Up to 6.5 hours per week, with a half-hour unpaid lunch break, to provide coverage for the Lead LPN and LPNs during vacations or sick days

Location:

Langley Senior Resources Society – Adult Day Program

20256 56 Avenue, Langley BC

Pay Range:

$26.50 - $32.00 per hour

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Monitoring clients:

• Weight conditions
• Vital signs
• Mental and emotional needs and cognitive abilities

2. Client Care Planning:

• Sets up individualized care plans and maintains on-going record of clients.
• Advises Program Manager and team, including volunteers, about any client’s special needs, including assistance or diet.
• Manages client health routines as needed, including medications, dressing, toileting, bathing, and behavioral issues.
• Continually assesses client’s appropriateness for the program and dialogues with the program manager and family members at times about any changes.
• Maintain contact with active clients who are absent from the program for any medical issues.

3. Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of relevant Adult Day Program and LSRS
   policies and procedures.

4. Essential Duties could change at the Managers discretion and would be discussed
   fully prior to implementation.

5. Represents the Values and Mission of Langley Senior Resources Society.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of an approved school of Nursing with current registration and valid registration with appropriate LPN associations. New graduates are very welcome.
• Current Level 1 First Aide.
• A sound knowledge and background in geriatric and/or rehabilitation, and/or dementias / traumatic brain injuries / chronic health conditions.
• The ability to demonstrate empathy, strong customer service skills, and conflict resolutions.
• Able to have challenging and brave conversations.
• It is the requirement of our Adult Day Program that all staff have required vaccines including the required doses of Health Canada-approved Covid-19 vaccine.

OTHER SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Must respect that all information about clients at the Adult Day Program is strictly confidential.
• Must complete a satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Langley Senior Resources Society is committed to a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, expression or sexual orientation.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $26.50-$32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person