Caregiver/PSW – Vaughan

Nurse Next Door; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing Bonus

Referral bonus for referring A-player

Flexible Schedules

24/7 scheduling support

Job summary

Nurse Next Door in Vaughan, Ontario is seeking compassionate caregivers to support seniors in their own homes as part of our Happier Aging philosophy. You will provide meal prep, light housekeeping, companionship and personal care, following each client’s care plan and safety guidelines.

A car to reach clients across Vaughan and Richmond Hill is required, with 20+ hours per week and some weekend shifts. We offer competitive hourly wages, a signing bonus, and referral incentives, plus 24/7

Job description

Career with Purpose and Heart

Happier Aging Philosophy

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Caregiving as a Career

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Career with Purpose and Heart

YOU LOVE COMING TO WORK. GROW AND DEVELOP WITH US, DOING WHAT YOU LOVE.

Happier Aging Philosophy

At Nurse Next Door, we believe that getting older doesn't have to feel sad or helpless. Instead, aging should be celebrated. That's what we call Happier Aging. We bring Happier Aging to everyone: ourselves, our team, our community and the world. Happier Aging starts with you. Caregiving as a Career: we are redefining the home care industry and are a career destination in North America. We believe in Caregiving as a Career: a career that is respected, valued and offers personal professional growth opportunities. Caregiving as a Career starts with our People Promise, entered in the belief that you can thrive at work and have fun along the way. This is what we are all about. We form genuine relationships and support our team members to achieve their wildest dreams through leading with care, our Bold Kindness philosophy.

What We Offer

Urgent hiring - need Mandarin or Cantonese Speaking Caregiver.

• $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
• Competitive wages and structured wage increase
• Signing Bonus
• Referral bonus for referring A -player Caregiver.
• 24/7 support center to assist with scheduling related questions
• 24/7 assistance related to client care
• First visit with clients and caregivers
• In home care with private clients
• Flexible Schedules and Minimum visits for 3 hours.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Provide meal preparation, light housekeeping, and/or provide companionship and personal care
• Happier Aging is at the heart if what we do - enabling seniors to live at home as long as possible, doing what they love to do.
• Execute on the client's care plan as outlined by the Care Designer
• Help clients with their ADL's (Activities of Daily Living) that is within the scope of practice for a Registered Health Care Aide.
• Assist clients with transfers, ambulation and exercise.
• Meet the safety needs of the client and use equipment safely and properly
• Function within the limits of your own experience and knowledge, while practicing safely and competently within the job description
• Complete records and documentation accurately and thoroughly
• Service the Richmond hill and Vaughan area
• Looking for flexible availability ( mornings, evenings and overnights) however must be available for at least 20 hrs per week which should include atleast 1 day weekend.

Requirements

• 1 year previous caregiving experience
• Has worked with dementia clients.
• Must have a valid certificate for PSW, DSW, HCA or foreign trained nurse
• Must have a car to travel independently to clients home anywhere in Vaughan and Richmond hill
• Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search (updated every 5 years for continued employment)
• Negative TB test (updated every 5 years for continued employment)
• Fully Vaccinated against Covid-19
• 2 Professional references
• CPR certification
• Must be able to speak and write in English. Italian is an asset.
• Have a valid SIN and eligibility to work in Canada.

Nurse Next Door is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made throughout the recruitment process and during employment.