PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER

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

Job summary

A well-respected care home seeks a Temporary Part-Time Personal Support Worker (PSW) to deliver compassionate, quality care to residents. The role involves providing assistance with daily living activities, supporting emotional well-being, and working collaboratively with team members to enhance residents' quality of life.

Qualifications

• Completed a minimum 600-hour PSW program as per Ontario standards.
• Experience in long-term care is an asset.
• Ability to read and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care including ambulation, feeding, bathing and grooming.
• Encourages participation in activity programs and provides emotional support.
• Participates in care conferences and documentation related to resident care.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Organizational Skills

Education

Completed a PSW Program

Job description

Posted Friday, April 25, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Home: Hillside Manor

Position: PSW- Temporary Part Time

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.