Personal Support Worker - Medically Complex C4

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

Job summary

Join a dedicated healthcare team at a leading community hospital in Ontario, where you will provide essential personal care to patients. As a Personal Support Worker, you will work collaboratively within an inter-professional team, ensuring quality care aligned with the organization's values. This role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while enjoying a supportive work environment that values accountability and respect. With opportunities for professional development and a commitment to diversity and accessibility, this is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about healthcare.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

HOOPP Pension Plan

Discounted onsite parking

24/7 support from managers and staff

Free confidential Employee Assistance program

Qualifications

• PSW Certificate from a Community College is mandatory.
• Current BCLS Certification required for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct personal care to patients according to care plans.
• Assist with activities of daily living and document care activities.

Skills

Effective team member skills

Excellent communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Conflict management

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate

Current BCLS Certification

Job description

Personal Support Worker - Medically Complex C4

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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 difference. We value Care, Accountability, Respect, and Equity, working together to build a healthier community!

Why Choose BCHS?

• Tuition Reimbursement (Centralized Education Fund)
• HOOPP Pension Plan
• Predictable work locations
• Discounted onsite parking
• Support 24/7 from managers, physicians, and staff
• Free confidential Employee Assistance program for employees and families
• Ongoing infection prevention, education, PPE, and support

Position Summary

Reporting to the Clinical Manager, under supervision of a regulated healthcare provider, you will provide direct, quality personal care to patients according to their care plans. You are responsible for delivering patient care aligned with BCHS's Mission, Vision, Values, and Patient Declaration of Values.

Primary Responsibilities

• Practice within an Inter-professional Collaborative Practice (IPC) model.
• Follow BCHS policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the care team on patient needs and outcomes.
• Provide relevant patient information as required.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADL) and patient care tasks.
• Observe and report changes in patient conditions.
• Support patients with transfers, ambulation, and personal care.
• Document care activities per BCHS policies.

Education Requirements

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

Mandatory Qualifications

• Current BCLS Certification.
• Recent hospital experience preferred.
• Effective team member skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving, conflict management, leadership.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Experience working with diverse patient populations.
• Excellent attendance record.

Accommodation

BCHS is committed to employment equity, diversity, and accessibility. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare