PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER

Southbridge Care Homes; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Personal Support Worker to join their team at Sumac Lodge. This temporary, part-time role involves providing essential care and support to residents, ensuring their comfort and well-being. The ideal candidate will possess a completed PSW program and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents, fostering a compassionate environment. If you are passionate about quality care and teamwork, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completed a PSW Program with a minimum of 600 hours.
• Experience in long-term care is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing direct care for residents including feeding and grooming.
• Encourages participation in activity programs and provides emotional support.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Organizational Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Knowledge of Care Planning Systems

Education

Completed PSW Program

Job description

Personal Support Worker

Home: Sumac Lodge

Location: Sarnia, Ontario

Position: Temporary, Part Time, 8 shifts per month.

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing direct care for residents; assists with ambulation, feeding, bathing and grooming.
• Encourages participation in activity programs by assisting residents to and from activities.
• Assists with meal service and nourishment delivery to residents and provides feeding assistance as required.
• Provides emotional and social support to residents/families including palliative care.
• Adheres to established departmental polices and procedures regarding documentation, quality assurance, fire, safety, environment and infection control.
• Consults with and informs supervisor of unit activities, needs and matters related to resident care.
• Participates in care conferences and documentation related to resident care plans.
  
  

Qualifications

• Completed a PSW Program that meets the appropriate standards established by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, the National Association of Career Colleges, or the Ontario Community Support Association and must be a minimum of 600 hours in duration (including class time and practical experience time)
• Experience in long-term care an asset
• Knowledge and experience in care planning systems and documentation required
• Mentally and physically able to perform duties as assigned
• Ability to communicate positively with other staff, residents and families
• Demonstrates empathy, concern and interest in providing quality care and service to residents
• Demonstrates organizational skills and ability to complete assignments in a timely fashion
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to provide resident care in accordance with application legislation, job routines, nursing care plans, ability to read and write English and understand verbal and written instructions in English.
  
  

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