Personal Support Worker 'HCT' eHomecare, Pediatric / Palliative - Various Positions / Shifts

VON; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in St. Catharines, Ontario, is hiring a Health Care Technician for home care services. The ideal candidate will have a PSW certification and experience providing personal support in various settings, including pediatric and palliative care. This role involves direct patient interactions and documentation under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. Competitive wage enhancements and training opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Wage enhancements

Training provided

Incentives for new PSWs

Qualifications

• Must have a PSW certification and experience as a PSW.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Knowledge of Palliative Care fundamentals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on care to patients under the direction of a nurse.
• Document clinical data in the patient's electronic medical record.
• Assist with activities of daily living and medication administration.

Skills

Clinical skill competency

Strong written and verbal communication

Basic observation and problem-solving

Adaptability to social environments

Education

Personal Support Worker (PSW) certification

Developmental Support Worker (DSW) certification

Current CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Overview

Description

Position at VON Canada (Ontario) Requisition Details : Employment Status : Permanent, Full-time, Part-time

Program Name : eHomecare

Work Schedule : Days, Evenings, Nights, Includes Weekends

Union / Bargaining Unit : OPSEU

On Call : No

Existing Vacancy : Yes - we are currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position

Are you a PSW who graduated in Ontario on or after April 1, 2023? You may qualify for the Personal Support Worker Return of Service (PSW ROS) through Health Force Ontario. This program provides a $10,000 incentive to eligible PSWs in exchange for a 12-month commitment at a full-time work schedule to an eligible employer. More information is available from Health Force Ontario.

Job Summary / Responsibilities

The Health Care Technician (HCT) provides direct hands-on care to patients in the patients’ home under the direction of a Directing Registered Nurse (DRN). Within the eShift programs, the Care Technician provides enhanced personal support to a variety of patient populations in the community, including pediatric, palliative, complex care, and chronic disease management. This position is eligible for the $3.00 per hour wage enhancement from the Ontario Government for all hours spent directly caring for clients. Training will be provided to support advanced skill sets and requirements.

• Under the direction of the DRN the HCT observes and documents clinical data in the patient’s electronic medical record as per VON guidelines.
• Under the direction of the DRN the HCT provides personal care to support activities of daily living and medication administration.
• Is in direct contact with the DRN through a virtual real time electronic monitoring system.
• In collaboration with the DRN contributes to the development and modification of a patient’s care plan based on patient outcomes observed and reported directly to the DRN.
• Under the direction of the DRN will identify if additional resources are required in the home (e.g. home support), and coordinates required needs with the eShift office on scheduling.
• Communicates and collaborates with the family / care giver of the patient to ensure a positive patient experience under the direction of the DRN.

External and Internal Relationships

• Frequently communicates and interacts with Registered Nurses.
• Engages with clients and client’s family members.
• Communicates directly with the eShift administrative support staff.

Education, Designations and Experience

• Personal Support Worker (PSW) certification.
• Developmental Support Worker (DSW) certification will be considered.
• One (1) to two (2) years’ experience as a PSW.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge of fundamentals of Palliative Care- Level I (course completion or a commitment to take the next available course within the first year of employment).
• AHPCE course completion is an asset.

Skill Requirements

• Ability to learn and demonstrate competency for additional hands on clinical skill required to support a patient’s activities of daily living (e.g. subcutaneous medications, G-Tube feeds and flushes, bladder irrigation)
• Ability to adjust to working in different social and economic environments.
• Awareness of community resources.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated basic observation and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in, and aptitude for, ongoing skills training as well as the ability to implement learned skills and behaviors.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team, take direction well and to work independently.

Other

• Must have access to a personal vehicle for business use and possess both a current driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance.
• Willingness to travel to neighboring communities.
• Current criminal background check including a vulnerable sector screen.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Attention to detail; lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques; bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch using good body mechanics; walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; hand movements.

Equal Opportunity / Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

VON Canada is committed to embracing and celebrating equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) as fundamental to living out our values of Respect, Compassion, and Excellence in all that we do.