Behavioural Support Worker (PSW) - Temporary Part-Time - 60hours Bi-Weekly

Hastings Heritage Trail; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Behavioural Support Worker to join their team on a temporary part-time basis. This role involves providing essential personal care and behavioural support to residents, ensuring their dignity and independence. You will work closely with an interdisciplinary team, contributing to the well-being of individuals exhibiting responsive behaviours. The ideal candidate will possess a valid Personal Support Worker Certificate and demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate or equivalent required.
• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and behavioural support to residents.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team for care delivery.

Skills

Behavioural Support

Personal Care

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Documentation

Customer Service

Caring for Dementia Patients

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

Grade 12 Diploma

Tools

Point Click Care

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Behavioural Support Worker (PSW) - Temporary Part-Time - 60 hours Bi-Weekly

October 07, 2024

Hastings Manor is accepting applications for a temporary part-time Behavioural Support Worker (PSW) - 60 hours bi-weekly. Reporting to the BSO RPN and Director of Nursing, the Behavioural Support Worker/PSW works within the guidelines of the South East LHIN Behavioural Support Project to provide personal care, behavioural support and interventions with supervision through guidance and direction from the BSO/RPN and Director of Nursing.

DUTIES:

1. Participates in the Nursing Behavioural Management interventions as outlined in the plan of care as directed.
2. Assigned to provide 1:1 support and care, assessments, planning and evaluating for residents having responsive behaviours.
3. Acts as a resource and support to other staff/family members/volunteers in managing residents with responsive behaviours by demonstrating and teaching interventions and strategies.
4. Observes and reports changes in residents’ physical, mental and/or emotional condition promptly.
5. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, and POA/Resident to assist in care and service delivery for residents with responsive behaviours.
6. Participates in care conferences as required.
7. Participates in the Collaborative Committee – meets monthly.
8. Documents care provided and communicates care needs well both written and orally to team members.
9. Promotes resident independence in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) by assisting with personal hygiene, dressing, transferring, toileting, and use of ambulatory aids while using good body mechanics, appropriate mechanical aids and assistance from co-workers to prevent strain, injury or fatigue to self or resident.
10. Works within the health and safety guidelines, and properly utilizes all PPE.
11. Upholds the Resident Bill of Rights in all matters.
12. Protects the rights of residents in the matter of confidentiality, privacy, beliefs and values.
13. Receives verbal/written reports from outgoing shift members and notes incidents/conditions on previous shifts.
14. Assumes responsibility for personal development through participation in Staff Development programs, seminars and workshops. Required to attend ongoing training to support skills in managing residents with responsive behaviours, including but not limited to GPA, U-First, Montessori and PIECES.
15. Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to the philosophy, objectives, and policies of the Home and the Behavioural Support Ontario Project.
16. Participates in the implementation of best practices in the home.
17. Maintains good relationships with residents, staff, and the general public.
18. Provides quality customer service to all parties, including but not limited to: the Management Team, other staff, the families and the residents.
19. Completes all tasks, duties and documentation with efficiency and professionalism.
20. Other duties and tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must hold a valid Personal Support Worker Certificate or recognized equivalent in accordance with the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care Act or meet the grand-parenting provisions in the act.
2. Must possess a Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
3. PSW Certificate plus 2 years current experience may be considered in lieu of Grade 12.
4. Strong computer skills, ability to track/trend information and complete reporting templates as required, i.e: Word, Excel.
5. Ability to collaborate with Care partners, (Mobile Response), Families, Person’s Served and Staff.
6. Proficient use of Point Click Care.
7. Preference will be given to applicants with U-First training, GPA, Montessori and additional training in caring for people with dementia and challenging expressions.
8. Ability to understand and uphold all rules and requirements under applicable legislation (including but not limited to the Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Code, Ontario Labour Relations Act, the Ontario Health and Safety Act, Long Term Care Homes Act).
9. Demonstrated ability to abide by all Home policies and procedures.

HOURS OF WORK:

Required to work flexible hours to meet behavioural needs of the resident exhibiting responsive behaviours. 60 hours biweekly.

WAGE RANGE: $30.43 + 4% vacation per pay + 12.5% in lieu of benefits.

CLOSING DATE: Posted until filled.

“The County of Hastings is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Please contact us if you require this posting in an alternate format. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.”

Information

Department

Long-Term Care Hastings Manor

Category

Temporary Part Time

Job Status

Open