Personal Support Worker (PSW)- Assisted Living

Good Shepherd Centres; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team that supports local community

Education & professional development

Employee / Family Assistance Program (

EAP

Job summary

Good Shepherd Centres is seeking a Relief PSW to work day/evening shifts at Granada Place. You will provide personal care and home support to clients living in the community, with duties ranging from ADLs to medication reminders and safety checks.

The role requires a PSW certificate in good standing in Ontario and at least one year of experience. You’ll join a team focused on dignity, respect and anti-racism, with opportunities for professional development and education benefits.

Qualifications

• PSW certificate in good standing and eligible to practice in Ontario.
• Minimum of 1 year's practical experience preferred.
• Ability to work with adults with diverse health and psycho-social needs.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and home support to clients living independently.
• Assist with activities of daily living and instrumental tasks at home.
• Accompany clients to external appointments when required.
• Maintain safety, documentation and communication per plan of care.

Education

PSW Certificate

Job description

Hours of work:

Relief PSW position with day/evening shifts, primarily based at Granada Place location.

Rate of Pay:

$$21.55 per hour plus an additional $3 per hour PSW premium.

Reason for Posting:

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Who We Are

At Good Shepherd, we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and self-determination for individuals and families. To learn more about Good Shepherd, visit our website at www.goodshepherdcentres.ca

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd – Assisted Living/Personal Support Services

How You Will Make an Impact

The successful applicant will provide personal care and home support services to clients living independently in the community.

• To provide service in a person centered, dignified, culturally-competent and respectful manner that reflects the charism of Good Shepherd and which reflects an integrated anti-racism/anti-oppression framework.
• To assist clients with routine activities of daily living and instrumental Activities of Daily Living such as;
  • housekeeping and laundry
  • Personal care including bathing and showering
  • Toileting assistance including incontinence care
  • Transfers according to the plan of care; supervised, one person assist, two person assist and two person mechanical lift according to the clients care plan, program policies and practices and within scope of Practice of a PSW
• Supporting clients while attending external appointments including accompaniment.
• Must be able to work across multiple locations within the city based on assigned schedule which may require walking up to 25 minutes from the hub location to the clients residence, walking up and down stairs in all seasons.
• Monitoring the safety of the clients including;
  • Encourage clients to use all required assistive aids, mobility aids including walkers and canes
  • Medication reminders and documentation
  • Responding to clients calls for assistance for unscheduled support 24 hours per day while on duty
  • Encourage clients to use hearing aids, glasses, Life Line necklaces/bracelets and other aids being used
• Light housekeeping tasks and other instrumental activities of daily living including: Going to store for small grocery needs, providing laundry service, washing, drying, folding and putting away of laundry, hand washing of delicate items, tidying of bedroom and bathroom, changing bed linens, meal prep.
• Assessing and reporting any hazards or safety concerns to Program manager or designate.
• Electronic documentation is required so an understanding of computers and data entry is required.
• Observe all health and safety rules and work in compliance with the provisions of the occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

• Personal Support Worker Certificate in good standing and currently authorized to practice in the Province of Ontario.
• Minimum of 1 year's practical experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work with adults with diverse and complex health and psycho-social needs.
• A demonstrated ability to work as an effective, responsive and accountable team member.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to work independently in client homes and community settings.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and demonstrated commitment to the Good Shepherd's mission and values of Hospitality, Respect, Responsibility, Quality, and Spirituality.
• Fluency in a language in addition to English is an asset.

What We Offer

• Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
• Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE / FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
• Make a difference and provide HOPE

Join our team and be part of a group that values hard work, dedication, and the importance of maintaining a positive environment for everyone

Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.

Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 905-528-5877.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.