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Program Assistant, Day Program-Scarborough McNicoll

@ Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care

Canada

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Overview

Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care is hiring a full-time Program Assistant for its Day Program in Scarborough McNicoll. The role plans and delivers high-quality activities and services to Day Program clients under the Program Manager or Program Coordinator. The posting states a salary of $22.52 to $26.49 per hour and a closing date of 2026-11-09.

Responsibilities:

  • Plan or participate in planning Day Program activities
  • Provide high-quality services to Day Program clients
  • Support clients with lifting and transfers
  • Work under the Program Manager or Program Coordinator

Requirements summary:

  • Diploma in social work, social services, health sciences or activation
  • Essential geriatric rehabilitation experience in long-term care
  • Current CPR certification
  • Satisfactory vulnerable sector police check
  • Good English and Chinese oral and written communication
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-03
First seen by our source
2026-11-04
Source record updated
2026-11-04

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentSocial & community services
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingCare home
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsVulnerable Sector Screen
Background checksvulnerable sector
EducationCollege diploma (required)
Fields of studySocial Work, Social Services, Health Sciences, Activation
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Tuition support

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Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care

FieldValue
Company size1001-5000
Open jobs on Jobsy67
Job description

Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care (Yee Hong) is a recognized leader in senior care, dedicated to providing exceptional, culturally inclusive services that enhance the well-being of older adults. With a strong reputation for excellence in long-term care, community programs, and aging-in-place initiatives, Yee Hong is committed to supporting seniors in living with dignity, independence, and the best possible quality of life. At the core of its mission is a focus on compassionate, person-centered care tailored to the unique needs of diverse communities.


Yee Hong is one of the foremost providers of culturally appropriate senior care in the country, delivering high-quality resident experience and care to Chinese and other Asian seniors since 1994. The organization operates 805 long-term care beds and 308 seniors’ apartment units, with an additional 224 long-term care beds opening in a new home in early 2027. In addition, Yee Hong offers four campuses of managed care, a hospice residence, and a wide range of community-based senior and caregiver support services. Through this comprehensive network, the organization serves more than 15,000 individuals annually across the Greater Toronto Area.


Under the direction of the Program Manager/Program Coordinator, plans or participates in the planning of appropriate activities and providing high quality services to clients of the Day Program.

Qualifications:

  • Diploma in Social Work or Social Services, health sciences, activation, or equivalent

  • Experience in a social services setting preferred

  • Experience in geriatric rehabilitation in a long-term care setting is essential

  • Completion of a C.P.R.

  • Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Screen

  • Good oral and written communication skills in English and Chinese

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

  • Some lifting and transfer

  • Normal

Please apply before:

2026-11-09

Salary Range:

$22.52 - $26.49

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: PLEASE APPLY THROUGH THE JOBS HUB

Our people are our greatest strength and the core of our success. We invest in our employees' wellbeing and support their ongoing learning and development. We offer:

  • Competitive total compensation package

  • Multi-employer pension plan

  • Professional development opportunities

  • Ongoing learning and development

  • Employee education assistance program

  • Award winning corporate culture

  • Safe, inclusive and supportive work environment

Yee Hong is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements for the open position. If contacted for this employment opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodation.

Successful applicants must provide a recent satisfactory vulnerable sector police reference check and medical clearance certificate.

Our hiring process involves the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with screening of the applicants’ resume.

This job is posted to fill an existing vacancy.

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