Personal Support Worker (PSW), Home Support - Casual

CareerArc; Birch Island; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Personal Support Worker (PSW) to provide essential personal support and homemaking services to clients. This role involves collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure client safety and well-being, while also engaging in social activities. The PSW will work flexible hours and must have a valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle.

Benefits

Wage enhancement from Ontario Government

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a PSW or DSW.
• Preferred experience supporting individuals with dementia.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal support and homemaking services to clients.
• Implement changes to the care plan for safety and liability.
• Communicate with the health team regarding client needs.

Skills

Communication

Assessment

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Certificate in Personal Support Worker

Developmental Services Worker diploma

Current Standard First Aid or CPR Level C Certificate

Job description

Title:

Personal Support Worker (PSW), Home Support - Casual

Description:

Requisition Details: Employment Status: Casual
Program Name: Home Support
Work Schedule: Days, Includes Weekends
On Call: No
Existing Vacancy: Yes – we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position

Job Summary:

The Personal Support Worker provides personal support and homemaking services to clients and families within the framework of VON policies, procedures, standards. The PSW collaborates with members of the health care team to meet clients' needs, promoting independence and well-being. Responsibilities include ensuring client safety, maintaining a clean environment, building trusting relationships, and participating in social and recreational activities as appropriate.

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

Key Responsibilities:

1. Observe and evaluate the client's or family's home and care plan, recommending changes as needed.
2. Contribute to developing the personal support care plan under the direction of the Program Manager.
3. Implement changes to the care plan for safety, liability, and financial reasons.
4. Report any changes in client or family needs to the supervisor.
5. Perform personal support tasks such as light cleaning, meal preparation, clothing care, shopping, and household safety monitoring.
6. Provide personal care, including assistance with walking, stairs, bed transfers, eating, dressing, and hygiene.
7. Offer bedside care under nurse supervision when required.
8. Provide respite care and support families by offering child care when needed.
9. Organize daily activities, setting priorities under supervision.
10. Complete daily call checks and other required documentation.
11. Assess communication patterns and ability to relate of clients.
12. Communicate with the health team regarding client needs and inform supervisors of any concerns.
13. Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety legislation, policies, and procedures.
14. Follow risk management policies to promote client safety.
15. Perform other duties as assigned.

External and Internal Relationships:

Engages regularly with supervisors and Program Managers regarding client plans and relevant information.

Education, Designations and Experience:

• Certificate in Personal Support Worker or Developmental Services Worker diploma.
• Minimum 2 years experience as a PSW or DSW.
• Current Standard First Aid or CPR Level C Certificate.
• Preferred experience supporting individuals with dementia and responsive behaviors.
• Gentle Persuasive Approaches Certificate is preferred.
• Experience working with elderly or disabled individuals.

Skill Requirements:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective communication demonstrating respect, empathy, and understanding.
• Good assessment skills and awareness of community resources.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to follow directions and adapt to different environments.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Other Requirements:

• Access to a personal vehicle, valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance.
• Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Search may be required.
• Availability to work flexible hours.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

This role involves physical activity including lifting, carrying, bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements emphasizing good body mechanics. Tasks include walking, sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and fine hand movements throughout the day.

Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants): If applying to a unionized position, the posting may remain open beyond the deadline if not enough applicants are received. The posting may close at the discretion of VON or after a specified period according to the Collective Agreement. Each period is treated as a separate posting for seniority purposes.