Personal Support Worker (PSW, DSW, HSW, HCA) (RPT 0.5)

CareerArc; Ontario; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Personal Support Worker to provide essential support and homemaking services to clients. This role involves collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure clients achieve optimal independence and well-being. With a focus on respect and empathy, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for those in need. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional care while benefiting from flexible working hours and a supportive environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a certificate in Personal Support Worker program or equivalent.
• Current Standard First Aid or CPR certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal support and homemaking services to clients and families.
• Implements changes to the care plan under guidance for safety and liability.
• Communicates with health team regarding client's needs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Good assessment skills

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

Respect, empathy, and understanding

Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality

Education

Certificate in Personal Support Worker program

Diploma in Developmental Services Worker

Home Support Worker (Level II, III)

Health Care Aide

Standard First Aid Certificate or CPR level C Certificate

Job description

Title: Personal Support Worker (PSW, DSW, HSW, HCA) (RPT 0.5)

Description:

Requisition Details:
Employment Status: Permanent, Part Time (0.5 FTE)
Program: Chatham Home Support Program
Number of hours Bi-Weekly: 37.5
Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Union/Bargaining Unit: SEIU
On-Call: No
Location(s): Blenhiem, Ridgetown, Erieau

Job Summary:
The Personal Support Worker provides personal support and homemaking services to clients and families within the framework of VON policies, procedures, and 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 well-being. 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:

1. Observes and evaluates the client's or family's home, personal situation and client and family care plan to determine if any need for change in the personal support care plan is required and whether the client's and family's needs have been met. Advises supervisor accordingly.
2. Contributes to the development of the personal support care plan under the direction of the Personal Support Program Manager. The written Care Plan is completed with information collected from the funder, the Manager and the client or family.
3. Implements changes to the care plan under the guidance of the Manager for safety, liability and financial reasons.
4. Reports verbally to the immediate supervisor or Personal Support Program Manager any changes in the client's or family's personal support needs or home situation necessitating a change in the personal support care plan.
5. Performs personal support tasks reflecting the needs of the client and family. Tasks may include light cleaning, preparation of nutritious meals, care of clothes, shopping for the client as required, and monitoring and maintaining household safety.
6. Provides personal care as directed by the Personal Support Program Manager or immediate supervisor, including assisting the client in walking, climbing or descending stairs, getting into and out of bed, eating, dressing and other matters of personal hygiene.
7. Provides simple bedside care, where required, under the direction of a nurse.
8. Provides respite care to clients as required.
9. Supports clients' families by providing child care as required to allow for family relief.
10. Organizes each day's activities, setting priorities for personal support and other activities under the direction of the Personal Support Program Manager or an immediate supervisor.
11. Completes daily call checks, and other forms as required, to maintain the effective and efficient operation of the personal and home support service.
12. Assesses the client's pattern of communication and ability to relate.
13. Communicates with appropriate members of the health team regarding the management of the client's or family's homemaking, physical, and emotional needs and informs an immediate supervisor or Manager of any changes or concerns.
14. Functions and reports in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety legislation, regulations, and VON policies and procedures.
15. Functions in accordance with VON's risk management policies, procedures, practices and guidelines designed to promote and protect client safety.
16. Other duties as assigned.

External and Internal Relationships:
Engages frequently with the immediate supervisor or the Personal Support Program Manager on any needed changes to client plans and other relevant information.

Education, Designations and Experience:

1. Must have certificate in Personal Support Worker program or diploma in Developmental Services Worker or; Home Support Worker (Level II, III) or Health Care Aide.
2. Must have a current Standard First Aid Certificate or CPR level C Certificate, if applicable to the work being performed.
3. Some household management experience and experience working with elderly or ill individuals or children.

Skill Requirements:

1. Strong communication skills, both verbally and written.
2. Able to communicate effectively with clients and families in a clear and effective manner that demonstrates respect, empathy and understanding.
3. Good assessment skills.
4. Awareness of community resources.
5. Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team or independently as required.
6. Able to take direction well.
7. Ability to adjust to working in different social and economic environments.
8. The capacity to adhere to strict confidentiality.

Other:
Must have access to a personal vehicle for work and possess both a current driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance.
A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check.
A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or a Child Abuse Registry Check may be required.
Available to work flexible hours.
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.