Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Northwest Employment Works; Fort Frances; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local employment agency is seeking a Personal Support Worker for home and community care in Fort Frances. The role involves providing assistance with personal care, home management, and respite for families. Applicants must have a Personal Support Worker Certificate and at least one year of experience. This position requires knowledge of Ojibway culture and a valid driver’s licence. Flexible hours are required for this role.

Benefits

Preference for Couchiching Band members

Accommodations for people with disabilities available

Qualifications

• Minimum one-year experience in the health care field.
• Up to date immunizations.
• Ability to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide home management services for clients.
• Deliver personal care assistance tailored to client needs.
• Provide respite assistance to families as required.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for clients.
• Work collaboratively to implement personalized care plans.

Skills

Knowledge of Ojibway Culture

Ability to take blood pressures

Wound care

First Aid/CPR Certification

Flexibility in work hours

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

Accreditation with the Personal Support Workers Association

Job description

Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Job Category:Couchiching First Nation
Job Type:Full Time
Job Location:Fort Frances

Couchiching First Nation is seeking a Personal Support Worker for Home and Community Care. The Home and Community Care Personal Support Worker will provide home management, personal care and respite assistance to clients based on the assessed needs of the circle of care team. The Personal Support Worker is responsible to promote the client’s ability to live independently at home.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide home management services, including light housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry, to ensure a safe and comfortable living environment.
• Deliver personal care assistance, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and mobility support, tailored to the assessed needs of the client.
• Also, provide respite assistance to families, allowing caregivers to take necessary breaks while ensuring continuity of care for clients.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for clients, ensuring their comfort as well as dignity.
• Work collaboratively to implement personalized care plans.
• Lastly, perform other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Personal Support Worker Certificate.
• Accreditation with the Personal Support Workers Association preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of Ojibway Culture.
• Minimum one-year experience in the health care field.
• Ability to take blood pressures and provide wound care
• Up to date immunizations.
• First Aid/CPR Certification or willingness to be certified.
• Ability to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.

Deadline:Open until filled

How to Apply:
Applicants should include their resume, cover letter and 3 references. References must include three employment-related references and written permission to contact those references. You can submit your application toCouchiching First NationHuman Resources by email, mail, or in person. By Email: [e-mail]

Postal mail, or in person at:
Human Resources: Couchiching First Nation
RMB 2027, RR2,
Fort Frances, Ontario
P9A 3M3

We will give first preference to all suitable, qualified Couchiching Band members. We appreciate all applicants; however, we will contact only those selected for an interview. Also, we will return all late applications unopened. Additionally, we will return all incomplete applications to the applicant.

CFN welcomes applicants from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request.
For candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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