Day Program Support Worker

About
For 40 years, the Alzheimer Society of Sarnia-Lambton has supported individuals and families affected by dementia across our community. Through education, support programs, and system navigation, and in partnership with local healthcare and community organizations, the Alzheimer Society of Sarnia-Lambton plays a key role in ensuring people receive the care and connection they need.

The Alzheimer Society of Sarnia-Lambton (ASSL) is a community support service organization that provides programs and services to people living with dementia and their care partners in Sarnia-Lambton. We work closely with other service providers to ensure quality care and support for our clients.

We employ administrative and fund development staff, educators, social workers, nurses, therapeutic rec staff, personal support workers and volunteers who work together as a team to meet the needs of people living with dementia and their care partners.

We recognize the value and dignity of each individual and ensure everyone has genuine, open, and unhindered access to employment opportunities, free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment, where the rights of all individuals and groups are protected and all members feel safe, respected, empowered, and valued for their contributions.

Our values include justice and connection and are the guideposts we use for decision-making of all kinds. We believe that this will guide the organization toward a place of inclusion for all – where equity and access to essential supports and services becomes the reality.

As the Day Program Support worker, you will attend to the personal care needs of the clients attending Alzheimer Society Day Program while ensuring a safe environment is maintained. You will play an active role in the monitoring, activation and support of all day program participants while working along with other support staff within the program to meet the needs of each client. The day program support worker must collaborate with the Day Program Coordinator so that the client’s care plan is up to date and in line with the client’s and family’s wishes for client care.

What You Will Be Doing

• Following the day program routine and schedule as planned by the Day Program Coordinator
• Support and participate in the implementation of all programming for the day program clients
• Support the delivery of all activities for the day program including, but not limited to meal preparation, exercise routine, therapeutic activities, etc.
• Assist clients with individual needs during their participation in the program (provide reminders, prompts, queueing and support) to promote safe and meaningful participation
• Provide medication support as needed (medication reminders)
• Assist clients with mobility as needed to reduce fall risk
• Assist in preparation, set-up and clean-up of snacks, meals and activities
• Support and participate in the on-going evaluation of programming to meet the individual client needs
• Report any serious injury or occurrences to the Day Program Coordinator
• Communication with Day Program Coordinator when needed to consult on client care plans
• Attend to cleaning and sanitization of the Day Program space as required Complete all other assigned tasks that are directly related to the day program
• Perform other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

What You Will Bring Along

• Recreation and Leisure Diploma (preferred)
• Personal Support Worker (PSW) certificate or equivalent experience
• Current First Aid & CPR training
• Food Handlers Certification or willingness to complete within three months of employment
• Further study and/or experience working with older adults and those living with dementia is an asset

What We Offer
Hourly Pay Range: $21.56 to $32.34

The published salary range represents the complete compensation band for this role. Candidates who fulfill all qualifications and demonstrate readiness to perform independently can generally anticipate an offer near the midpoint of the range, which includes a $3 per hour wage enhancement for direct care hours.

Hours of Work:

This is a casual position and cannot guarantee any hours for work. Work hours are typically scheduled between 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, weekends and/or evenings may also be offered in the future.

To Apply
Please submit your resume with cover letter by October 30th 2026, to: [email protected]

Please include the job title in the subject line.

Applications will be accepted by email only. We thank all those that apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Human Rights Code and AODA. The Alzheimer Society of Sarnia-Lambton welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity and social justice and we encourage applications from First Nations, Inuit and Métis, Indigenous Peoples of North America, Black and persons of colour, persons with disabilities, people living with dementia, care partners and those who identify as LGBTQ2S+.

Pay: $23.23-$29.04 per hour

Expected hours: 1.0 – 28.0 per week

Work Location: In person