Personal Support Worker, Part Time, Providence Manor Long Term Care

Providence Care; Kingston; On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in long-term care is seeking dedicated Personal Support Workers to join their compassionate team. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, person-centered care to residents, ensuring their comfort and safety. With a commitment to a healthy workplace and a culture of quality, the organization offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including educational opportunities and a supportive environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and thrive in a collaborative setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Group Retirement Pension Plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Education and Mentorship Opportunities

Bursary Opportunities

Orientation for New Hires

Qualifications

• Personal Support Worker Certificate preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and good attendance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor resident well-being and report changes to nursing staff.
• Provide direct-care for residents as outlined in care plans.

Skills

Personal Support Worker Certificate

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Equivalent education and experience

Job description

Job Code: 15361

Status: Part Time

Location: Providence Manor

Union: LiUNA

Wage: $23.04 - $24.06

Posting Period: January 10, 2025 - January 16, 2025

Ontario Health: Return of Service Incentive – Available to eligible PSW’s offered through Ontario Health

1. $10,000 to recent PSW graduates in exchange for a 12-month commitment to work at Providence Manor.
2. $5,000 to recent PSW graduates in exchange for a 6-month commitment to work at Providence Manor.
3. Eligibility criteria available at Health Force Ontario PSW Incentive.
4. For further information, please reach out to our Recruitment Team by calling 613-544-4900 ext. 53450 or by email at [e-mail].

The Personal Support Worker, under the direction of the Assistant Director of Care, Charge RN, RN or RPN, is the primary front-line monitor of resident well-being and reports any changes in resident status or concerns to the registered nursing staff. The PSW assists in the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care on assigned Resident Home Areas. Duties are discharged in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values of Providence Care Centre, the Resident’s Bill of Rights, and the requirements of the Long-Term Care Homes Act and Regulations. The PSW delivers basic nursing and hygiene care for residents and assists them with activities of daily living, based on assessed needs and care-plan requirements.

Skills And Qualifications Required

1. Personal Support Worker Certificate from an approved college preferred (equivalent education and experience may be considered).
2. Proven ability to work with minimum supervision.
3. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills coupled with the ability to work as a team player.
4. Good attendance, good physical condition, including the ability to carry out physically demanding duties is essential.

Position Responsibilities

1. Takes direction from Charge RN, RN or RPN regarding priority-setting and the delivery of care.
2. Familiarizes self with the care plan of residents to whom she/he is assigned to provide care.
3. Follows a consistent approach when interacting with residents who may exhibit difficult behaviours.
4. Provides direct-care for residents as outlined in the written care plan or as requested by the resident. Direct care encompasses but is not limited to: assistance with activities of daily living; exercise, positioning and ambulation; bowel and bladder care; collection of specimens; any other care required to ensure resident safety and comfort.
5. Assists residents with matters of personal hygiene and grooming, which may include: toileting, bathing, showering, shampooing of hair, basic nail care, pericare, oral care of mouth, teeth and/or dentures, shaving, combing and other care as stipulated in the resident’s care plan or as requested by the resident.

Why Work At Providence Manor

1. A long-term care home with specialized care for dementia and veterans.
2. Committed to a person and family-centred approach.
3. Competitive salaries with excellent full-time and part-time benefits.
4. Group Retirement Pension Plan.
5. Corporate and Resident Home Area/service specific orientation for new hires.
6. Focus of Healthy Workplace and Culture of Quality.
7. Employee and Family Assistance Program.
8. Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities.
9. Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions.
10. Located in downtown Kingston.