Personal Support Worker (Cantonese/Mandarin) speaking

Nexim Healthcare; Markham; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service organization in Markham is seeking qualified Personal Support Workers (PSWs) fluent in Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin). The role involves assisting clients with daily personal care and ensuring their dignity and independence. The ideal candidate will have a compassionate nature, relevant experience, and certifications, including a PSW certificate and a valid Vulnerable Sector Check. This position requires a commitment to providing high-quality care in a long-term care facility setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience as a Personal Support Worker in long-term care.
• Proficient in written and spoken Chinese and English.
• Valid Vulnerable Sector Check, Standard First Aid CPR certification, Covid-19 vaccination proof.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living including feeding and bathing.
• Monitor health and report changes to registered staff.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in living environments.

Skills

Fluency in Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin)

Compassionate care delivery

Patient-centered approach

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate

Job description

Nexim Healthcare Inc. is a diversified health and social care service organization serving the healthcare staff needs of Group Homes, Retirement Communities, and Long-Term Care Facilities.

Who We Look for:

We are looking to hire qualified Personal Support Workers (PSW) who is fluent in Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin) for one of our reputable LTC clients in Markham, ON. As a Personal Support Worker, you will assist our clients with all aspects of personal care, and developmental needs and help them live more safely and independently. The successful candidate should be patient, compassionate, and client centric.

Why Choose Nexim?

We have a full comprehension of the healthcare recruitment business. Not only do we strive to satisfy the needs of our clients, but we also value our staff and help them succeed in their careers.

Responsibilities

• Observe, promote, and respect the Residents’ Bill of Rights, ensuring residents’ dignity, privacy, and independence at all times.
• Provide supervision and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) including feeding, grooming, dressing, bathing, toileting, bedtime routines, and maintaining personal hygiene.
• Maintain residents’ oral, dental, skin, nail, and foot care to promote comfort, mobility, and overall health.
• Assist residents with mobility aids, prosthetics, adaptive equipment, and feeding aids as required.
• Support residents with meal preparation, feeding assistance, and texture-modified diets when necessary.
• Monitor residents’ elimination patterns, health status, and daily routines, providing appropriate assistance as needed.
• Observe residents for changes in emotional, social, behavioral, and physical conditions, and report any significant changes to registered staff.
• Interact respectfully with resident’s one-on-one, including those with language barriers, sensory impairments, or communication challenges, ensuring their concerns are heard and validated.
• Provide cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual support, assisting residents in maintaining meaningful daily routines and relationships.
• Assist in organizing and facilitating recreational and leisure activities that encourage community participation, inclusion, and social engagement.
• Ensure the health, safety, welfare, and well-being of residents, identifying risks and implementing appropriate safety measures or emergency responses when required.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures, including universal precautions and isolation techniques according to established policies.
• Maintain a safe and clean-living environment, performing general household duties such as cleaning, laundry, grocery or supply shopping, and meal preparation as required.
• Collect, monitor, and document resident information and daily care activities, including incident reports, restraint monitoring, medication administration records, and other required documentation.
• Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety regulations, contributing to a safe working environment for residents and staff.
• Complete required attendance records and daily/overnight inspection sheets. Perform any other duties assigned by supervisors in support of resident care and facility operations.

Work Experience

• Minimum one (1) year of relevant experience working as a Personal Support Worker, preferably in long-term care facilities, healthcare community centers, or with individual clients.

Certification

• Secondary School Diploma and a Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate from a program that meets the requirements set by the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities, issued by an Ontario postsecondary institution or district school board; OR enrollment in a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) program with demonstrated skills and knowledge to perform PSW duties.
• Valid Vulnerable Sector Check < 6 months
• Standard First Aid CPR (Class C) certificate
• Covid-19 Vaccination proof (Both Doses)

Language Skills

• Proficiency in spoken and written Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) and English
• Ability to read medical prescriptions and complete incident report form

Transferable skills

• Ability to work rotating shifts (Day, Evening, Night) including alternate weekends.
• Ability to comply with standard policies/ procedures and ensure safe work practices
• Eligible Candidates must be flexible in terms of scheduling and have a can-do attitude