PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER

Southbridge Care Homes; Plantagenet; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Personal Support Worker to join their team in Plantagenet, Ontario. In this entry-level role, you will provide crucial direct care for residents, assist with daily activities, and offer emotional support to enhance the quality of life for those in your care. This position is ideal for compassionate individuals who have completed a PSW program and possess strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 600 hours practical experience required.
• Ability to provide care in accordance with care plans and legislation.
• Experience in long-term care is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care for residents including ambulation and grooming.
• Assist residents with activities and meal service.
• Offer emotional and social support including palliative care.

Skills

Positive communication skills

Empathy

Organizational skills

Education

Completed PSW Program

Job description

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Responsibilities

• Assist in providing direct care for residents, including ambulation, feeding, bathing, and grooming.
• Encourage participation in activity programs by assisting residents to and from activities.
• Assist with meal service and nourishment delivery, providing feeding assistance as needed.
• Offer emotional and social support to residents and families, including palliative care.
• Follow departmental policies and procedures related to documentation, quality assurance, fire safety, environment, and infection control.
• Consult with and inform supervisors about unit activities, needs, and resident care matters.
• Participate in care conferences and document resident care plans.

Qualifications

• Completed a PSW Program meeting the standards set by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, the National Association of Career Colleges, or the Ontario Community Support Association, with a minimum of 600 hours (including class and practical experience).
• Experience in long-term care is an asset.
• Knowledge of care planning systems and documentation.
• Ability to perform duties physically and mentally.
• Positive communication skills with staff, residents, and families.
• Empathy, concern, and interest in providing quality care.
• Organizational skills and ability to complete tasks timely.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to provide resident care in accordance with legislation, routines, care plans, and to understand instructions in English.

Additional Information

• Seniority level : Entry level
• Employment type : Part-time
• Job function : Other
• Industries : Hospitals and Health Care

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