Personal Support Worker Enhanced PSW 'Health Care Technician', Days, Evenings, Nights, Includes[...]

VON Canada; Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

VON Canada is seeking Personal Support Workers for various part-time positions in their eHomecare program. The role involves providing direct care to clients under the supervision of Registered Nurses, with opportunities for skill development. Candidates with PSW or DSW certifications and relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Wage enhancement from the Ontario Government

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience as a PSW in palliative, pediatric, or acute care.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care supporting activities of daily living and medication administration.
• Observe and document clinical data in the electronic medical record.

Skills

Communication

Observational Skills

Clinical Skills

Adaptability

Education

Personal Support Worker (PSW) certification

Developmental Support Worker (DSW) certification

Job description

Personal Support Worker Enhanced PSW, Days, Evenings, Nights, Includes Weekends (Various Positions)

Pay: Competitive

Employment type: Other

Job Description

VON Canada's eHomecare program is growing, and we are currently seeking Personal Support Workers (PSWs), Health Care Technicians, for Part-Time opportunities! Various part-time positions may be 0.8 FTE = 64 hours bi-weekly, 0.6 FTE = 48 hours bi-weekly, 0.5 FTE = 40 hours bi-weekly, Casual. Candidates are encouraged to apply and discuss hours/availability when contacted for an interview.

PSWs, DSWs, HCAs, new grads, and internationally educated nurses are welcome to apply!

Requisition Details

• Program Name: eHomecare
• Employment Status: Permanent, Part Time
• Union/Bargaining Unit: OPSEU
• Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Nights, Including Weekends
• On Call: No

Job Summary

Our Health Care Technicians, specializing in Palliative and/or Acute Medically Complex care, have unique opportunities to utilize their skills daily with clients in their homes. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Directing RN (DRN), the Care Technician provides direct, hands-on care, collaborating with nursing staff and utilizing a virtual electronic monitoring system for real-time communication and updates.

Training will be provided to support advanced skill development.

This position is eligible for a $3.00 per hour wage enhancement from the Ontario Government for all hours spent directly caring for clients.

Key Responsibilities

1. Observe and document clinical data in the electronic medical record as per VON guidelines, under the direction of the DRN.
2. Provide personal care supporting activities of daily living and medication administration.
3. Maintain real-time communication with the DRN via electronic monitoring systems.
4. Contribute to care plan development and modifications based on patient outcomes.
5. Identify additional resource needs in the home and coordinate scheduling.
6. Communicate with clients' families to ensure positive care experiences.

External and Internal Relationships

• Regular communication with Registered Nurses.
• Interaction with clients and their families.
• Coordination with eShift administrative staff.

Qualifications

• Personal Support Worker (PSW) certification.
• Developmental Support Worker (DSW) certification considered.
• 1-2 years’ experience as a PSW in palliative, pediatric, or acute care.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Knowledge of Palliative Care Level I (training or willingness to complete within first year).
• AHPCE course completion is an asset.

Skills and Abilities

• Competency in clinical skills supporting daily activities (e.g., medication administration, G-Tube feeds).
• Ability to adapt to various social and economic environments.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Strong communication and observational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to wear PPE and have access to a personal vehicle with valid license and insurance.
• Willingness to travel to neighboring communities.
• Current criminal background check including vulnerable sector screening.

Work Conditions

Attention to detail; physical ability to lift, push, pull, and perform body mechanics; ability to walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; manual dexterity.

Accessibility

VON is committed to accessibility and accommodating candidates with disabilities. Visit http://www.von.ca/en/accessibility for more information.

Internal Applicants

If you are a current employee applying for a unionized position, please note the posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are insufficient applicants. The posting may close at the discretion of VON or after a rolling period as per the collective agreement.

About VON

VON (Victorian Order of Nurses) is Canada's largest non-profit home and community care organization. Support us today! www.GiveToVON.ca