Personal Support Worker Part-Time

Do you have a passion for making a difference?
We are passionate about ‘Making Every Moment Matter.” We are seeking a candidate that shares our values - a person who has a passion to make a difference, who has a strong moral compass and has a commitment to teamwork.
We are passionate about providing compassionate care for families loved ones, where the residents of our home come before anything else. Our values follow a‘People’focused Philosophy,ParticipationExcellenceOpennessPerformanceLongevityEfficient Use of Resources. This philosophy can be seen in every aspect and level of our home.
We are currently hiring for a FULL TIMWPSWfor our Long Term Care Centre. Hours will be based on need and may include days, nights, and weekends.
Assisting or providing total personal care such as toileting, bathing and perineal care
Assisting with eating, dressing and grooming
Assisting nursing staff by answering call bells
Following the care plan, observing and reporting any substantial findings and/or changes in patient/resident/client’s behavior to the appropriate registered member of the healthcare team
Assisting with ambulation, positioning and transferring using mechanical lifts such as a Hoyer lift
Working under the supervision of a Registered Healthcare Professional such as a Registered Nurse (RN) or a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
Performing tasks delegated to them
Computer or paper documentation of Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and other findings
Reporting behavioral and clinical changes to a Registered Nurse, Registered Practical Nurse, Resource Nurse or Manager
Skills and Education:
MUST have a PSW Certification and Transcript from a Registered Canadian College
PSW experience in long-term care preferred
Mentally and physically able to perform duties as assigned
Ability to communicate effectively with other staff, residents and families
Demonstrates empathy, concern and interest in providing quality care and service to residents
Demonstrates organizational skills and ability to complete assignments in a timely fashion
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to provide resident care in accordance with application legislation, job routines, nursing care plans, ability to read and write English and understand verbal and written instructions in English
Requirements:
Basic computer skills
Current vulnerable sector screening;
valid within 6 months
TB screening;
within 6 months is alsorequired
Supervisory References
How to apply?
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and references. We look forward to speaking with you, and making every moment matter!
Our organization takes the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities into account during the position summary review process. Employees are required to notify their director manager/supervisor if they have any particular accessibility needs and the organization will work with the employee to address them.