Personal Support Worker (PSW)- Multiple Locations

Good Shepherd Hamilton & Toronto; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team in providing personal care and support services to clients in the community. This role is vital for enhancing dignity and self-determination for individuals and families, ensuring they receive the necessary care in a respectful and culturally competent manner. With a focus on anti-racist and anti-oppressive practices, the successful candidates will work across various locations, assisting clients with daily living activities while promoting their safety and independence. Join a caring team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Support for Continuing Education

Recognition Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Positive Work Atmosphere

Qualifications

• Must hold a Personal Support Worker Certificate authorized to practice in Ontario.
• 1+ years of practical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and home support services to clients living independently.
• Assist clients with daily living activities and monitor their safety.

Skills

Personal Support Worker Certificate

Time Management

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Conflict Resolution

Fluency in Additional Language

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

Job description

Hours of Work:

The successful candidates must be available to work a minimum of two different types of shifts (days and evenings, days and nights, or a combination), with a preference for relief availability across all three shifts. Shift hours are 7:00am to 3:00pm, 3:00pm to 11:00pm, and 11:00pm to 7:00am.

Who We Are

At Good Shepherd, we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and self-determination for individuals and families. To learn more, visit our website at www.goodshepherdcentres.ca.

This Opportunity is with Our Good Shepherd - Assisted Living/Personal Support Services

How You Will Make An Impact

The successful applicant will provide personal care and home support services to clients living independently in the community, including:

1. Providing service in a person-centered, dignified, culturally competent, and respectful manner aligned with the charism of Good Shepherd and an anti-racism/anti-oppression framework.
2. Assisting clients with routine activities of daily living and instrumental activities such as housekeeping, laundry, personal care, toileting assistance, transfers, and supporting clients during external appointments.
3. Working across multiple locations within the city based on the schedule, which may require walking up to 25 minutes from the hub to the client's residence, including stairs in all seasons.
4. Monitoring client safety, encouraging use of assistive devices, medication reminders, responding to calls for assistance, and promoting the use of hearing aids, glasses, and other aids.
5. Performing light housekeeping, grocery shopping, laundry, meal preparation, and hazard reporting.

What You'll Bring To Our Team

• Personal Support Worker Certificate in good standing, authorized to practice in Ontario.
• At least 1 year's practical experience preferred.
• Ability to work with adults with diverse health and psycho-social needs, both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent time management, communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
• Commitment to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practices and alignment with Good Shepherd's mission and values.
• Fluency in an additional language is an asset.

What We Offer

• A caring team supporting the local community.
• Support for continuing education and professional development.
• Recognition programs, self-care supports, and an Employee/Family Assistance Program.
• A positive, encouraging atmosphere.
• Health benefits and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

Join our team and be part of a group that values dedication and maintains a positive environment for everyone.

Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is committed to diversity and inclusion, operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We encourage applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, for whom accommodations are available during the recruitment process. For accommodations, contact Human Resources at 905-528-5877.

Note: Good Shepherd has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. Further details will be provided to candidates selected for an interview.

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