Personal Support Worker (PSW, DSW, HCA, Nursing Student) - Full-Time/Part-Time/Casual

VON Canada; Brantford; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Personal Support Workers to provide compassionate care to individuals in their homes. This role is perfect for new graduates, retired PSWs, or nursing students looking to make a difference in community health care. With flexible hours and a supportive environment, you will be integral in delivering personal care and health maintenance services. Join a team committed to enhancing the quality of life for clients, while benefiting from a government wage enhancement program and potential incentives for eligible candidates. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute positively to your community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and PSW certification are mandatory.
• Experience working with elderly or ill individuals is preferred.
• Must possess a current Standard First Aid Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and personal care to clients in their home.
• Assist with health maintenance services within VON's framework.
• Adapt to various social and economic environments.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Ability to Work Independently

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Personal Support Worker Certification

Developmental Services Worker Certification

Nursing Student (Completed First Year of RPN)

Job description

Personal Support Worker (PSW, DSW, HCA, Nursing Student) - Full-Time/Part-Time/Casual

Employment Status: Regular, Full Time and Part Time
Program: Home Support
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 75
Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Union/Bargaining Unit: CLAC
On Call: No

Job Summary:

The PSW provides personal care and health maintenance to individuals and families in the home setting within the framework of VON philosophy, policies, procedures and standards, in community health care.

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

Are you a new graduate, retired PSW or PSW looking to enter back into the field? You may qualify for the Personal Support Worker Return of Service (PSW ROS) through Health Force Ontario. This program provides a $5,000 incentive to eligible PSWs in exchange for a 6-month commitment to an eligible employer. To view eligibility requirements, click here: https://www.healthforceontario.ca/en/Home/All_Programs/PSW_Return_of_Service

Responsibilities:

The successful candidates will be responsible for providing companionship, personal care and health maintenance services to clients in their home, within the framework of VON's philosophy, policies, standards and legislation.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma.
• Secondary school education is preferred
• Must have a current Standard First Aid Certificate or CPR level C Certificate, if applicable to the work being performed.
• Personal Support Worker or Developmental Services Worker certification is mandatory
• Nursing students are welcome to apply. Must have completed first year of RPN and second year of BScN to be eligible
• Household management experience.
• Experience working with elderly or ill individuals or children.
• Current Standard First Aid Certificate
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal and organization skills
• Ability to work independently and problem solve
• Ability to adapt to change and work in various social and economic environments
• Must have personal vehicle and possess both a current driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance
• A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required upon the start of your employment
• A vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required
• Ability to speak French is an asset in French Designated areas
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Attention to detail; Lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques; Bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch using good body mechanics; Walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; Hand movements.

VON Canada is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and to providing accessibility accommodations for candidates who require them. If you are in need of accessibility support, please visit our website at http://www.von.ca/en/accessibility for further details.

Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants): If you are applying to a unionized position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position(s). If the posting remains open after the initial deadline, VON may close the posting at its’ discretion or a rolling deadline equivalent to the posting period specified in your Collective Agreement will be deemed, and each successive period will be treated as a separate posting for purposes of comparing seniority between candidates.

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About the company

VON (Victorian Order of Nurses) is Canada's largest, national, not-for-profit, charitable home and community care organization. Support us today! www.GiveToVON.ca