Con Ed PSW Clinical Assistant (temporary)

Niagara Catholic District School Board; Port Colborne; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Niagara Catholic District School Board is seeking a Temporary PSW Clinical Assistant with our Continuing Education Department to support students in the Personal Support Worker certification program. The role involves supervising clinical practice, orienting learners to the healthcare setting, and collaborating with instructors to ensure meaningful hands-on experiences.

Hours are set for after-school and weekend shifts, totaling 120 hours, with pay at CA$18 per hour and the opportunity to gain

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse.
• Must be registered and in Good Standing with the College of Nurses Ontario.
• Reliable, accountable and possess high standards.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Commitment to confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist PSW students in the clinical setting and collaborate with instructors.
• Orientate students to the clinical environment and staff.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team in long-term care facilities.
• Provide timely feedback and support to students during placements.
• Understand and apply facility policies and procedures.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Registered Practical Nurse

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Job description

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CA$18.00 hourly

Part-time

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Job Details

Are you looking for experience in an organization that makes a difference in the lives of so many people? If you want to be part of a community of professionals working to make a difference then we may just have an opportunity for you!

Serving as a member of the Continuing Education team, PSW Clinical Assistants will have the opportunity to assist students in our Personal Support Worker certification program during their practical training. The program provides students with the academic background, theory and practical training necessary to become a qualified Personal Support Worker.

The Niagara Catholic District School Board invites applications for the position of Temporary PSW Clinical Assistant with our Continuing Education Department.

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Must be a licensed Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse
• Must be registered and in Good Standing with the College of Nurses Ontario
• Reliable, accountable and possess high standards
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Commitment to confidentiality

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

• Become familiar with course descriptions and outcomes
• Have an understanding of the adult learner
• Orientate students to the clinical setting and staff members
• Become familiar with Policy and Procedures of the placement site
• Demonstrate respect, being a guest in the long-term care facility
• Be able to develop a working relationship with the students and the staff of the facility
• Work well with-in a multi-disciplinary team setting
• Be aware of the cultural and social differences in students
• Understand each student is unique
• Engage in one‑on‑one teaching of the PSW student within the clinical setting
• Model appropriate professional behaviours and attitudes
• Provide students the opportunity to encounter various types of clinical experiences
• Teach through verbal explanation and questioning, facilitating discussions
• Provide students with timely feedback
• Consult with PSW Instructor regarding any questions and/or concerns
• Collaborate with the PSW Instructor on the evaluation of the students

PROGRAM DATES: October 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 and 30 AND November 5, 6, 12, 13, 18, 19, 26 and 27

HOURS: 6:00am - 2:00pm OR 2:00pm - 10:00pm 7.5 HOURS (30‑minute unpaid lunch)

HOURS: 120 hours total

LOCATION: Long‑Term Care Facilities (Niagara Region)

RATE OF PAY: $ 35.48 per hour inclusive of vacation and statutory pay

We thank all candidates for applying, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Record Check, dated within the past six months of the hire date. This position requires completion of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check. For more information, please refer to 201.18 Police Record Check & Offence Declaration AOP on the Board's website.

Niagara Catholic is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students, families, and communities we serve. Guided by our Equity and Inclusive Education Policy, and in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, we actively work to identify and remove barriers, address bias, and foster fair, respectful, inclusive, and welcoming employment practices.

We welcome applicants from a broad range of backgrounds, lived experiences, and identities, and value the unique contributions each person brings to our Catholic learning environment.

Niagara Catholic is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process, and through all stages of employment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment and selection process are encouraged to notify Human Resources so that appropriate support can be facilitated.

Niagara Catholic does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.