Personal Support Worker
Job Description
Overview:
We are looking for a dedicated Personal Support Worker (PSW) to join our team and work in one of our Long-Term Care facilities in the Stouffville Area. The ideal candidate will have experience in patient care and possess the necessary skills to provide essential support to individuals in need.
Responsibilities:
- Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients
- Help with meal preparation and medication administration
- Perform light housekeeping tasks to ensure a clean and safe environment
- Support clients with mobility issues and assist with heavy lifting when necessary
- Implement care plans tailored to individual needs, including dementia care
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure the well-being of clients
Skills:
- Prior experience in working at Long-term care facility or nursing home settings is required
- Ability to administer medications following prescribed guidelines
- Knowledge on how to use POC/PCC Documentation.
- Knowledge on how to us mobility machineries such as transfer lifts or hoyer lifts.
- Proficiency in providing dementia care and managing related behaviors.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective client interaction
- Capability to handle heavy lifting and physical demands of the role
- Capability of using mobility and transfer lifts
- Knowledge of home care procedures and best practices for patient support
COMPLETE DOCUMENTS:
- NACC certificate
- Vulnerable Screening Check (6 months valid)
- First Aid/CPR Certificate
- Mask Fit Test
- COVID 19 vaccination record
- Immunization records
- TB Clearance
Shifts available:
- 6am-2pm
- 2pm-10pm
- 10pm-6am
How to Apply:
- Send your PSW Certificate and your Resume to our email address: Successful candidates will be contacted.
- Join our team as a Support Worker and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need. Apply now to be part of a compassionate and supportive work environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual
Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Application question(s):
- What do you love about being a PSW?
- State your work experience as a PSW in a Long-Term Care Facility?
Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Personal Support Worker Certificate (required)
- PSW Certificate (required)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (required)
Work Location: In person
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