Bilingual Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Rigaud

RhynoCare; Rigaud; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Montérégie is seeking bilingual individuals for a caring role involving daily living activities, documentation, and support for residents. Candidates must be at least 18 years old with relevant qualifications such as a PSW Training Program completion. The ideal candidate should also hold current CPR and First Aid certifications.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Negative T.B. skin test or chest x-ray.
• Current CPR (BCLS) and First Aid certification.
• Meet health surveillance requirements under the Public Hospitals Act.
• VSS within the past year confirming no criminal record.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled care for all activities of daily living.
• Complete all documentation on time.
• Ensure a holistic, quality approach to resident care.
• Provide assistance and support with resident meal service.
• Coordinate and perform activities necessary for effective resident care.

Skills

Verbal and written English communication

Ability to speak a second language

Education

Completed a Ministry of Education approved PSW Training Program (minimum 640 hours)

Be an RN, RPN, Paramedic, or a student in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy who has completed Year 1

Job description

***BILINGUAL: ENGLISH AND FRENCH SPEAKING LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY***

Provide skilled care for all activities of daily living in accordance with corporate policy, established standards, and recognized nursing practice.

• Assist registered staff in nursing diagnostic and therapeutic measures.

• Complete all documentation on time, in accordance with corporate policies, ensuring it is current and accurate.

• Ensure a holistic, quality approach to resident care consistent with RhynoCare’s Mission, Vision, Values, and the Resident Bill of Rights.

• Provide assistance and support with resident meal service.

• Assist and support with restorative nursing.

• Coordinate and perform activities necessary for effective resident care during shifts and across the unit.
• Execute care in accordance with legislation, best practices, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in risk management and quality improvement programs related to resident care.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and complete documentation for all care provided, complying with legislation and internal standards.
• Mentor new staff/students and promote educational opportunities.
• Participate in departmental, interdisciplinary, and safety meetings.
• Foster teamwork and good communication among staff and adhere to collective agreements.
• Follow health and safety procedures, including proper body mechanics, equipment use, lockout procedures, and PPE usage.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Proficient in verbal and written English communication.
• Ability to speak a second language is an asset.
• Must meet one of the following:
• Completed a Ministry of Education approved PSW Training Program (minimum 640 hours) from a recognized college or school, OR
• Be an RN, RPN, Paramedic, or a student in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy who has completed Year 1.
• Experience as a Facility PSW is an asset.
• Negative T.B. skin test or chest x-ray.
• Current CPR (BCLS) and First Aid certification.
• Meet health surveillance requirements under the Public Hospitals Act.
• VSS within the past year confirming no criminal record.