PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER - BALTIMORE ONTARIO

Bloom Care Solutions; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Hamilton seeks a Personal Support Worker to provide compassionate support and care to clients. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, promoting client independence, and ensuring clear communication with clients and stakeholders. Qualifications include a PSW certification, First Aid and CPR Certification, and a Criminal Record Check. The role requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Flexible hours are offered.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Flexible hours

Ongoing training

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• PSW certification or diploma is a must.
• First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) level C Certificate required.
• Police Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (within 1 year) required.
• 2 Steps of Tuberculosis (TB) Test and Immunizations must be up to date.
• Access to a reliable vehicle is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to clients.
• Support clients to perform ADL’s including meal preparation and light housekeeping.
• Assist clients in safe ambulation and transfer.
• Promote client independence and provide psychological support.
• Communicate clearly and timely with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Strong time management skills

Confidentiality

Professionalism

Excellent communicator

Ability to work independently

Ability to work effectively within a team

Interest in continuous learning

Education

PSW certification or diploma

First Aid and CPR Level C Certificate

Police Criminal Record Check

2 Steps of Tuberculosis Test and Immunizations

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive wages and multiple assignments
• Flexible hours that fit your lifestyle
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Rewarding work that makes a positive impact in the lives of others
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• PSW certification or diploma is a must.
• First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) level C Certificate
• Police Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (within 1 year)
• 2 Steps of Tuberculosis (TB) Test and Immunizations (up to date)
• Have access to a reliable vehicle
• Strong time management skills, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Excellent communicator, able to foster relationships with Healthcare Staff and clients
• Ability to work independently and work effectively within a team environment
• Interest in continuous learning - high energy and focused

Responsibilities

• Compassion, integrity, and quality care are all expectations of our community culture.
• Provides personal care to the client
• Support client to perform ADL’s (Activities of Daily Living) including meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, and more
• Assist client in safely ambulating and transferring
• Perform delegated tasks as required
• Promote client independence
• Provides psychological and emotional support
• Provide clear, timely communication to the client, family and any stakeholders
• Promotes a safe environment for both the client and worker

Work Conditions

• Work requires travel within community or facility
• May involve long hours, including evenings and weekends, to meet organizational needs.

Physical Requirements

• Standing for extended periods involved
• Lifting, pushing, turning involved
• May repeat the same movement

Equal Opportunity Employer

In compliance with Bill 190 (October 28, 2024), Bloom Care Solutions confirms that this posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization.

Bloom Care Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005), Bloom Care Solutions will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If you require disability-related accommodations, please inform the Human Resources staff. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace.