Geriatric Mental Health Support Specialist (PSW)

NBRHC; North Bay; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

North Bay Regional Health Centre is seeking a skilled healthcare aide to join the Complex Continuing Care and Seniors Mental Health & Dementia Care team. The role focuses on delivering compassionate supports to seniors, assisting with daily living, and collaborating with the health team to maintain safety and quality of care.

Applicants should hold a PSW or healthcare aide certificate (or be in a recognized nursing program), possess a current BLS and GPA, and be bilingual in English and French

Qualifications

• Ontario secondary school diploma or equivalent required.
• PSW certificate or healthcare aide certificate or completion of second semester in nursing program required.
• Current BLS certificate required.
• Current GPA certificate required.
• U-first certificate required.
• Experience with acute care/rehabilitation.

Skills

De-escalation

Recovery model

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Physical stamina

Patience & tact

Continuing education

Safety culture

Bilingual EN/FR

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma

PSW/Healthcare Aide or nursing program

Current BLS certificate

GPA certificate

U-first certificate

Experience in acute care/rehab

Job description

North Bay Regional Health Centre is seeking a skilled healthcare aide to join the Complex Continuing Care and Seniors Mental Health & Dementia Care team. The role focuses on delivering compassionate supports to seniors, assisting with daily living, and collaborating with the health team to maintain safety and quality of care.

Applicants should hold a PSW or healthcare aide certificate (or be in a recognized nursing program), possess a current BLS and GPA, and be bilingual in English and French