Personal Support Worker - Part Time/Casual

Extendicare; Lindsay; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking a Part Time/Casual PSW/HCA/CCA. The role involves providing personal support and care in a Long Term Care or community setting. Ideal candidates will have completed a PSW program and have experience with dementia and palliative care. This position promises a rewarding career focused on enriching the lives of residents.

Qualifications

• Experience in Long Term Care or community home care preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Knowledge in care planning systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct personal support, including ambulation, feeding, and grooming.
• Fulfill the physical and emotional needs of patients.
• Assist in care in accordance with nursing care plans.

Skills

Communication

Care Planning

Independent Work

Knowledge of Dementia Care

Palliative Care

Education

Completed PSW Program

HCA/CCA Certification

Job description

Job Description

Part Time/Casual - ALL SHIFTS

The PSW/HCA/CCA provides direct personal support and care to patients to fulfil the physical, intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual needs of patients in accordance to polices, procedure and work routines. Assists in providing direct care such as ambulation, feeding, bathing and grooming.

For Union Jobs, please refer to the collective agreement and provide the following additional information in the Job Description:

Union Name: SEIU

Union Local

Union Classification (Title): PSW / HCA as applicable

Salary: As per Collective Agreement

Access to reliable vehicle in community home care is required

For both Non- Union and Union jobs, the below description will apply:

Qualifications

• Completed a PSW Program or HCA/CCA certification that meets the appropriate standards as required for the position
• Experience in Long Term Care or community home care setting with exposure to dementia and palliative care is preferred
• Knowledge and experience in care planning systems and documentation
• Ability to communicate positively with other staff, residents/patients and families
• Ability to provide care in accordance with application legislation, job routines, nursing care plans, ability to read and write English and understand verbal and written instructions in English
• Experience working independently in Community Home Care is an asset
  
  

Time Type

Part time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.