Personal Support Worker (PSW) Cambridge area

Home Instead; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused caregiving service in Cambridge is looking for compassionate individuals to assist aging adults with daily activities. As a caretaker, you will provide personal care, support during transfers, and medication reminders while maintaining flexible schedules. The ideal candidate will be certified in personal support and has a vehicle. The role requires teamwork and commitment to making a difference in clients' lives.

Benefits

Job training provided

Flexible schedules

Work close to home

Opportunity to meet new people

Qualifications

• Must have a vehicle with valid auto insurance.
• Must be flexible in scheduling.
• Experience with personal care and palliative care is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 care assistance to clients.
• Assist in transferring clients safely using lifts.
• Monitor and remind clients about medications.

Skills

Compassion

Flexibility

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Certified PSW or International Nurse

Job description

Please Note: Home Instead does not sponsor international workers.

Home Instead is looking for caring and compassionate individuals to become a part of our growing team and join our mission of enhancing the lives of aging adults throughout our community. Home Instead provides a variety of non-medical services that allow senior to meet the challenges of aging with dignity, care and compassion.

We are looking for people who have flexible availability and can provide an on-going commitment. The hours of work can include a variety of hours such as overnights, days, nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Please take the time to fill out our full application on our website: https://www.homeinstead.ca/location/3046/home-care-jobs/

As a Home Instead Employee, You Will Receive

• Job training - Initial and on-going training is provided, including specialized training opportunities.
• Flexible schedules - CAREGiver shifts can be arranged to fit your schedule.
• Work close to home - Serve seniors in your own community.
• New friends - CAREGiving gives you the opportunity to meet new people and develop meaningful relationships.
• Personal satisfaction - Your job will make a difference in someone's life.
  
  

Essential Job Functions

• Providing 1:1 care assistance to each client individually or in a team setting with another CG.
• Assist in 2-person transfers using mechanical lifts or 1-person assists.
• Provide medication reminders.
• Support clients in completing all Activities of Daily Living such as toileting, bathing, dressing, feeding and ambulation assistance.
• Assist in palliative support as needed.
• Expected to maintain communication regarding all client care needs and changes and make appropriate reports.
• May be required to assist in Instrumental Activities of Daily Living such as laundry, changing linens, warming up meals, etc.
  
  

Requirements Of The Position

• Must have a vehicle with valid auto insurance.
• Must have flexibility in scheduling.
• Must be a certified PSW or International Nurse.
• Experience with 2-person transfers asset - training will be provided as needed.
• Experience with palliative care - asset.
• Experience changing with bed bound clients.
• Experience with all forms of personal care.
• Must be a team player and willing to work with other Home Instead CG’s.
• Experience with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, MS, Diabetes is an asset.
• Must be comfortable with pets and/or smoking.