Personal Support Worker (PSW, DSW, HSW, HCA) (RPT 0.6)

VON Canada; Kingston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Personal Support Workers to provide essential care and companionship to clients in their homes. This role emphasizes the importance of personal well-being and caregiver support, ensuring that clients receive compassionate and professional assistance. Ideal candidates will possess relevant certifications and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills. Join a team that values quality improvement and community service, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of individuals in need. This is a wonderful opportunity to work in a supportive environment while making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Must have a personal vehicle and valid driver's license.
• Experience working with individuals with Alzheimer's and dementia.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and personal care to clients in their home.
• Support clients' well-being and provide caregiver relief.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization skills

Ability to work independently

Problem-solving skills

Ability to adapt to change

Ability to work flexible hours

Ability to speak French

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

Developmental Service Worker Certificate

Current Standard First Aid Certificate

Working with Dementia Certificate

Job description

Requisition Details:

Employment Status: Permanent, Part Time (0.6 FTE)
Program Name: In-Home Respite
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 45
Work Schedule: Days
Union/Bargaining Unit: OPSEU
On Call: No

Job Summary:

The Personal Support Workers/Developmental Service Worker, Respite will work within the framework of Continuous Quality Improvement, VON District Philosophy, policies and procedures, standards and application legislation. Contributes to the fulfillment of the VON Mission Statement to develop and/or promote programs to meet community needs. Respite workers provide programming in the home to support the well being of clients and provide caregiver relief.

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:

• Personal Support Worker Certificate or Developmental Service Worker Certificate
• Current Standard First Aid Certificate
• Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) training an asset.
• Proven experience working with individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia's.
• Working with Dementia Certificate or equivalent training in dementia care an asset
• 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

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced Environment; 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; Fine 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 information and contact 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.