Personal Care Attendant (Casual 0.0 FTE)

The Royal Mental Health Centre; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Ottawa is seeking a Personal Support Worker to provide care in long-term settings, focusing on psychiatric and mental health. The ideal candidate will have relevant certifications and at least one year of experience, preferably in a mental health context. Bilingual abilities are considered an asset. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents.

Qualifications

• 1 year documented experience in long-term care including psychiatric and mental health care.
• Current knowledge of mechanical lifts, transferring, and positioning techniques.
• English level A- is mandatory; bilingualism is an asset.

Skills

Personal Support Worker certification

CPR certification

Bilingual (French/English)

Education

Completion of year one in RPN program

Completion of year two in RN program

Job description

Qualifications

• Personal Support Worker certification with 1 year documented experience in long-term care including psychiatric and mental health care, or RPN student with a minimum successful completion of year one, or RN student with a minimum successful completion of year two.
• CPR certification or re-certification within the last 12 months.
• Current knowledge of and training in mechanical lifts, transferring and positioning techniques for residents.
• English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, oral comprehension, reading and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset.