Personal Support Worker - Inpatient Rehabilitation

Brant Community Healthcare System; Brantford; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Personal Support Worker to join their inpatient rehabilitation team. In this vital role, you will provide compassionate care to patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being while adhering to care plans. You'll work collaboratively within a supportive team environment, contributing to the overall health and recovery of diverse patient populations. With a commitment to continuous education and a focus on safety, this organization offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community. Join a team that values care, accountability, and respect, and help shape a healthier future for all.

Benefits

Centralized Education Fund

HOOPP Pension Plan

Discounted onsite parking

Free Employee Assistance Program

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Personal Support Worker Certificate required.
• Current BCLS Certification necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct personal care to patients as per care plans.
• Assist with activities of daily living and document patient care.
• Collaborate with the care team on patient needs and outcomes.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

BCLS Certification

Job description

Personal Support Worker - Inpatient Rehabilitation

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Exceptional Care–Exceptional People

The Brant Community Healthcare System is a two-site Community Hospital located in Brantford and Paris, Ontario.

• The Brantford General is an acute care hospital.
• The Willett in Paris is an urgent care centre and transitional beds.

By choosing to work at BCHS, you join an organization with over 130 years of making a positive impact. We value Care, Accountability, Respect, and Equity, working together to build a healthier community.

Why Choose BCHS?

• Centralized Education Fund for continuing education and staff development.
• Various schedules available (e.g., 4 on, 5 off for full-time nurses).
• HOOPP Pension Plan.
• Predictable work locations.
• Discounted onsite parking (no shuttles or waiting lists).
• Support 24/7 from managers, physicians, allied health, and support staff.
• Wellness programs including free Employee Assistance Program for employees and families.
• Ongoing infection prevention measures, education, PPE, and support.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Rehabilitation Services, you will work under the supervision of a regulated healthcare provider. You will provide direct, quality personal care to patients according to their care plans, aligning with BCHS’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Patient Declaration of Values.

Primary Responsibilities

• Practice within an Interprofessional Collaborative Practice (IPC) model.
• Follow BCHS policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the care team on patient care needs and outcomes.
• Provide relevant patient information to team members as needed.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and observe/report changes in patient conditions.
• Assist with personal care, transfers, ambulation, and recreational activities as per care plans.
• Document patient care accurately following BCHS policies.

Education Requirements

• Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate from a Community College.
• Current BCLS Certification.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Recent hospital experience preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, conflict management, and leadership skills.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Experience working with diverse patient populations in a hospital setting.
• Excellent attendance and reliability; ability to work all shifts.

Mandatory Competencies

• Commitment to safety for patients, workers, and the workplace, with good stewardship in identifying and mitigating unsafe acts or conditions.

Preferred Competencies

• Reliable with excellent attendance and flexibility to work all shifts.

Accommodation

BCHS is committed to employment equity, diversity, and creating an accessible, inclusive environment. If accommodations are needed during the recruitment process, please inform us, and we will work to meet your needs, in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).