Personal support Worker

EMPLOYER: Access Healthcare Services Inc.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Summary

A graduate of a recognized Personal Support Worker training program, and preferably has had previous on the job experience in a long-term care or community setting. Responsible for hands-on care; and for complying with AHCSI policies and procedures, and the Provincial Regulatory Acts; as per contract obligations to CCAC.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist clients with bathing (partial, complete, tub, or shower)
• Assist clients with oral hygiene, hair care, dressing, and all activities of daily living
• Assist clients with ambulation, transferring, and positioning in bed or chair
• Assist with physio exercises, ROM, etc. as per therapist's care plan
• Assist clients with feeding and light meal preparation
• Perform light housekeeping duties as per service plan
• Make/change clients bedding as required
• Assist clients with toileting or incontinence care
• Measure and record intake and output
• Collect urine and stool specimens
• Assist and/or remind client to take medication. DO NOT administer medication.
• Report any changes in health condition, or safety risks to immediate supervisor
• Document as per AHCSI policies
• Perform delegated tasks, specific to each client; delegated by nurse or immediate supervisor

Requirements

• Graduate certificate or diploma in Personal Support Services from a recognized institute
• Bilingual in French and English preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation would be considered a great asset
• Must be able to provide clear background check with vulnerable sector screening

START DATE: 12/02/2019