Personal Support Worker

CBI Health Group; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CBI Health is hiring Personal Support Workers in Ottawa to join the YourCare@Home program. You will provide essential personal care to clients in their homes, collaborate with a dynamic team, and enjoy a competitive wage along with professional development opportunities. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant certification and demonstrate strong communication skills. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Competitive wage

Weekend and Evening Shift Premiums

Mileage Pay or Bus Pass reimbursement

Paid orientation and ongoing training

Career Development and progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Access to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Flexible schedule and work arrangements

Qualifications

• Current CPR and First Aid Certification required.
• Personal Support Worker Certificate or equivalent certification required.
• Ability to communicate in French or other languages is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support clients to ensure safety and independence in their homes.
• Provide personal care and assist clients in mobilizing and performing light exercises.
• Document and report changes in client conditions to management.

Skills

Strong verbal and written English communication skills

Reliability

Organizational skills

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

Certificate as a Home Support Worker

Current CPR and First Aid Certification

Valid certificate as an RN, RPN, or Practical Nurse

Job description

CBI Workplace Solutions – Ottawa
101 - 161 Greenbank Rd
Ottawa, ON K2H 5V6, CAN

CBI Workplace Solutions – Ottawa
101 - 161 Greenbank Rd
Ottawa, ON K2H 5V6, CAN

CBI Health Centre - Ottawa Russell
1929 Russell Road
Suite 114
Ottawa, ON K1G 4G3, CAN

CBI Health Centre - Ottawa Russell
1929 Russell Road
Suite 114
Ottawa, ON K1G 4G3, CAN

Join the YourCare@Home program, where CBI Home Health is supporting the Ottawa Hospital by providing outstanding, person-centered care to help patients achieve the best possible outcomes as they return home from the hospital. As part of an integrated team, CBI Home Health team members work closely together to restore function, independence, confidence, and social connection. CBI Home Health provides training and support so that team members can deliver health care in the home that meets best practice standards and makes a meaningful difference to both patients and to the health care system. Come see what home care can be like when you can deliver the best care to meet patient needs.

We are looking for drivers in the following areas: West, Central West, South, Central East, East, for shifts from 8 am - 4 pm or 2 - 10 pm

What we can offer you:

• Competitive wage between $22.33 - $24.66 for direct care in addition to travel pay
• Weekend and Evening Shift Premiums on top of direct care pay
• Mileage Pay or Bus Pass reimbursement
• Paid orientation and ongoing training
• Career Development and progression opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to all necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Flexible schedule and work arrangements

Do your life’s best work with us!

CBI Health is dedicated to improving the lives of both our clients and our healthcare team members. As you care for others, CBI Health will care for you by providing the Personal Protective Equipment, training and resources that you need to feel confident every day.

We’re committed to making a difference in people’s lives – and that starts with yours. You’ll enjoy a flexible schedule that allows you to achieve your goals at work and at home, with a balance of teamwork and independence. We have a team of Supervisors and motivated colleagues who are excited to meet and support you!

Your role with clients
As a caring, responsible healthcare team member, you will support clients to be as safe and independent in their homes as possible, helping them to live their best lives. You will provide personal care to clients in their homes and may assist them in mobilizing and performing light exercises. You will always act with the client and their family at the heart of all you do, observing, documenting, and reporting any changes in their condition to your Manager/Supervisor. You may be required to perform light housekeeping tasks as indicated in client care plans.

What you will need to be successful

• Your Personal Support Worker Certificate, or valid certification as a Home Support Worker, Home Support worker level II, Home Support worker level III, Health Care aid or personal attendant will be considered an asset
• Students currently enrolled (post first year) in health care programs such as nursing, rehab, para medicine or have a valid certificate as a Developmental Support Worker or a valid certificate as an RN , RPN, or Practical Nurse, midwife or physician ( either domestic or internationally –trained ) or RN students with a minimum successful completion of year 1
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification
• A clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening within the last 12 months
• Proof of a negative TB test within the last 12 months and an up-to-date immunization record
• Ability to travel from home to home within the Ottawa community
• Commitment to work every other weekend
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills are required; the ability to communicate in French or other languages is considered an asset
• Reliability and strong organizational skills
• Ability to safely lift up to 35 lbs. (16 kg)

About CBI Home Health

If you are passionate about offering a person-centered approach to care, this is your chance to do what you do best. Our interdisciplinary team enables you to collaborate with various experts, explore your interests, and achieve amazing results. We have more than 12,000 professionals working together to set the bar for best practices in the industry. For almost 50 years, we’ve flourished as an integrated network with a talented team of professionals just like you. Every day, we come together to help our clients and families live their best lives and achieve their personal goals and priorities – it all starts with you.

Join us at CBI Home Health – Because Your Care Matters

CBI Home Health is committed to providing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe and accepted as their authentic selves. We actively seek qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion and contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives that help us innovate and provide the best possible care to our clients.

We are committed to fostering a positive experience for all Indigenous applicants whether you’re First Nations (status or non-status), Inuit or Metis and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristics that make each of us different.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and CBI Policies on Accommodation, an accommodation request will be accepted as part of our hiring process. Please inform your recruiter if you have any accommodation requests.