Region of Peel Looking for Hairdresser at Brampton, Ontario, Canada Full Time

HAIRDRESSER – Contracted Opportunity

Sheridan Villa Long Term Care Centre located at 2460 Truscott Drive, Mississauga is looking for one (1) full-time Independent Contractor who can skillfully and competently perform the services as a Hairdresser.

Please note – This is not a Region of Peel Job. We are looking for *An Independent Contractor* You will be solely responsible for any remittances, deductions or contributions, including those required by Canada Revenue Agency, Canada Pension Plan, Employment Insurance and Workplace Safety authorities. You will also carry the appropriate liability insurance as requested by the Region

You will report to the Supervisor Resident Support Services (or designate) and as a member of our multidisciplinary team you will….

Duties And Responsibilities

The Hairdresser functions interdependently with the entire care team to meet the needs of the residents of the Long Term Care Centre and clients of the Adult Day Service through the provision of hair salon services. As an Independent Contractor you will be responsible for the following:

• Demonstrate and promote a person centred approach to service delivery
• Work in partnership with all members of the Long Term Care Centre and Adult Day Services.
• Complete and maintain all necessary documentation required by the Long Term Care Centre
• Work hours and days as scheduled, be on time and prepared for residents and clients scheduled appointments
• Analyzes hair to determine condition of hair and appropriate treatment methods in collaboration with the resident/client/Power of Attorney/Substitute Decision Maker/Multidisciplinary Care Team
• Maintains work station and other salon areas in a clean, orderly manner by performing a variety of housekeeping tasks as per the Long Term Care Homes Act, 2007 and Health and Safety Requirements.
• Responsible for supplying all hair care products such as perm solutions, hair dyes and conditions with corresponding MSDS sheets which shall remain in the hair salon at all times
• Responsible for supplying all required hairstyling tools including but not limited to combs, brushes, rollers, blow dryers, perm rods, hair clips, scissors, capes, sterilizing solutions.

Qualifications

• The hairdresser must be a licensed hairdresser in the Province of Ontario. The licence shall be maintained by the hairdresser and posted in a visible area within the salon at all times.
• Personal Services License under By-Law 0289-2013 must be maintained annually
• Proof of General Liability Insurance ($2,000,000)
• Minimum of 2-3 years hairdressing experience, preferably in a related long term care/retirement environment and/or experience working with older adults
• Excellent communication skills, organizational ability and customer service skills
• Experience and demonstrated success working within a multidisciplinary care team
• Barbicide COVID-19 Certification or similar is considered an asset

Location : Sheridan Villa Long Term Care, 2460 Truscott Drive, Mississauga

Duration: One year, with potential for additional year extension

Hours of Work : 9:30am-4:30pm Monday – Friday (excluding statutory holidays)

Please note: Successful candidates hired to work within any of The Region of Peel’s Long Term Care Homes are required to provide the following information prior to hire – Any Costs for these tests are the candidates responsibility

• Vulnerable Sector Police Check
• TB Skin Testing

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by November 28, 2023

At Peel Region, we value being open and transparent with our community. The Ontario government has passed legislation that will dissolve Peel Region on January 1, 2025. Peel remains committed to providing uninterrupted services to our residents and businesses through the transition. Skilled and qualified professionals are and will be needed to deliver services to the Peel community regardless of the governance model. For information about our transition and how we continue delivering services, visit peelregion.ca/transition.

As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced COVID-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.

About Us

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 175,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and s ince 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.

Recognized by Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won’t find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Additional Information

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.