Personal Support Worker (PSW), Assisted Living - Full-time

Victorian Order of Nurses; Cobourg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Personal Support Worker to provide essential support and homemaking services to clients. The role involves collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance client independence and wellbeing. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and relevant certifications. Flexibility in working hours is required, along with a commitment to client safety and care.

Qualifications

• Experience in household management and working with elderly, ill individuals, or children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal support and homemaking services to clients.
• Implements changes to care plans under guidance.
• Reports changes in client needs to supervisors.

Skills

Communication

Assessment Skills

Empathy

Education

High school diploma

CCA Certification

Certificate in Home Support Worker

Job description

Requisition Details:

Employment Status: Regular, Full-time (1.0 FTE)
Program Name: Assisted Living
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 75
Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Weekends
On Call: Yes
Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.

Job Summary:

The Personal Support Worker provides personal support and homemaking services to clients and families within the framework of VON policies, procedures, standards. The PSW collaborates with members of the health care team in meeting the needs of clients to attain an optimal level of independence and wellbeing.

This position is eligible for the $3.00 per hour wage enhancement from the Ontario Government for all hours spent directly caring for clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Observes and evaluates the client’s or family's home, personal situation and care plan to determine if any change is needed, and advises the supervisor accordingly.
• Contributes to the development of the personal support care plan under the direction of the Personal Support Program Manager, based on information from the funder, manager, and client or family.
• Implements changes to the care plan for safety, liability, and financial reasons under the guidance of the Manager.
• Reports any changes in the client’s or family's needs to the supervisor or Program Manager.
• Performs personal support tasks such as light cleaning, meal preparation, clothing care, shopping, and household safety monitoring.
• Provides personal care including assistance with walking, stairs, bed transfers, eating, dressing, and hygiene as directed.
• Provides bedside care under nurse supervision when required.
• Offers respite care to clients as needed.
• Supports families by providing child care to enable family relief.
• Organizes daily activities and sets priorities under the direction of the Program Manager or supervisor.
• Completes daily call checks and other forms to ensure effective service operation.
• Assesses communication and relational abilities of clients.
• Communicates with health team members regarding client needs and informs supervisors of any concerns.
• Functions in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation, regulations, and VON policies.
• Adheres to risk management policies to promote client safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

External and Internal Relationships:

• Engages regularly with the supervisor or Program Manager regarding client plans and relevant information.

Education, Designations and Experience:

• High school diploma required.
• CCA Certification required in Nova Scotia.
• Certificate in Home Support Worker (Level I, II, III), Personal Support Worker program, or Health Care Aide.
• Current Standard First Aid or CPR Level C certificate if applicable.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma is an asset.
• Experience in household management and working with elderly, ill individuals, or children is preferred.

Skill Requirements:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate respectfully, empathetically, and effectively with clients and families.
• Good assessment skills and awareness of community resources.
• Ability to work independently or in a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to follow directions and adapt to different social and economic environments.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate respect, empathy, and understanding.

Other:

• Must have access to a personal vehicle, valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance.
• Current satisfactory Criminal Records Check; Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Check may be required.
• Availability for flexible hours and ability to wear PPE.

Working conditions involve physical activity such as lifting, bending, reaching, kneeling, walking, sitting, standing, and climbing stairs, emphasizing good body mechanics.