Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Full-time

Cogir Senior Living

London

On-site

CAD 22,000 - 32,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in Ontario seeks a dedicated Personal Support Worker to provide personal care under the Health and Wellness Manager. You will follow the plan of care, assist with daily living activities, observe changes, and report to supervisors.

This role emphasizes compassion, safety, and dignity for residents, with opportunities to build relationships with staff, residents, and families, in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

Graduate of Personal Support Worker program (or provincial equivalent certificate program with minimum 600 hours in Ontario & Alberta)
Experience working with seniors in the community health services setting
Must possess strong written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills
Must have demonstrated sound skills and knowledge of providing personal care duties
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required
Ability to perform tasks that are necessary for the position, e.g. lifting/transferring clients

Responsibilities

To adhere to the plan of care as determined by the supervisor
To facilitate residents’ move in and transfers where applicable
To observe and report on residents/clients care/service utilizing appropriate Revera forms or tools
To assist the resident/client with personal care and hygiene and activities of daily living
To observe and report on changes in residents/clients condition to supervisor
To elevate medical emergencies to supervisor or emergency medical services as appropriate
To plan and prepare nutritious meals as required
To assist with ambulation, mobilization, transferring and adaptive aids
To demonstrate understanding of resident/client needs and maximize abilities
To provide cognitive, social, emotional, and psychological support to the resident/client/family
To maintain resident/client information confidentiality
To respond to resident/client/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken within decision making authority and or concern communicated to supervisor
To assist in maintaining a safe and cleanly environment, including residents/clients equipment , belongings, and nursing equipment
To observe & report to the Health and Wellness Manager any concerns regarding client’s safety, including physical environment, implement interventions as directed by his/her supervisor & advocate on client’s behalf to ensure client’s safety is maintained
To engage with other agencies involved in resident/client care as directed
To attend in services to develop knowledge and skills
To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in our Code of Conduct
To complete all other tasks as assigned

Skills

PSW program

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Caring demeanor

Education

PSW certificate (Ontario & Alberta 600h)

Job description

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.

For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.

Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence

We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!

Mission:

Reporting to the Health and Wellness Manager, the Personal Support Worker provides personal care and performs selected tasks, which are within their knowledge and skill, under the direction of their supervisor while adhering to regulatory and company standards, policies and procedures.

Expected wage: $18.83

Key Outcomes:

Live our values of Human Focus, Creativity and Excellence
Lend a helping hand
Cultivate relationships with staff, residents and families
Lead with H.E.A.R.T. (hear, empathize, acknowledge, respond, thank)

Key Responsibilities:

To adhere to the plan of care as determined by the supervisor;
To facilitate residents’ move in and transfers where applicable;
To observe and report on residents/clients care/service utilizing appropriate Revera forms or tools;
To assist the resident/client with personal care and hygiene and activities of daily living;
To observe and report on changes in residents/clients condition to supervisor;
To elevate medical emergencies to supervisor or emergency medical services as appropriate;
To plan and prepare nutritious meals as required;
To assist with ambulation, mobilization, transferring and adaptive aids;
To demonstrate understanding of resident/client needs and maximize abilities;
To provide cognitive, social, emotional, and psychological support to the resident/client/family;
To maintain resident/client information confidentiality;
To respond to resident/client/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken within decision making authority and or concern communicated to supervisor;
To assist in maintaining a safe and cleanly environment, including residents/clients equipment , belongings, and nursing equipment;
To observe & report to the Health and Wellness Manager any concerns regarding client’s safety, including physical environment, implement interventions as directed by his/her supervisor & advocate on client’s behalf to ensure client’s safety is maintained;
To engage with other agencies involved in resident/client care as directed;
To attend in services to develop knowledge and skills;
To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in our Code of Conduct;
To complete all other tasks as assigned.

Required Education, Credentials and Experience:

Graduate of Personal Support Worker program (or provincial equivalent certificate program with minimum 600 hours in Ontario & Alberta of theory & practicum)
Experience working with seniors in the community health services setting
Must possess strong written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills
Must have demonstrated sound skills and knowledge of providing personal care duties
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required
Ability to perform tasks that are necessary for the position, e.g. lifting/transferring clients

Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.

Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant factors such as skills, experience, location, and internal equity, and is expected to fall within the posted range.

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