Personal Support Worker (PSW), Hospice Services - Part-time 0.5

VON Canada; Clarington; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

VON Canada is looking for a Personal/Home Support Worker to provide essential support and homemaking services to clients and families in Clarington. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and strong communication skills. This role requires flexibility and is part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to enhancing the well-being and independence of clients.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; secondary school preferred.
• Must have certification in Home Support Worker or Personal Support Worker program.
• Some experience working with elderly or ill individuals or children is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal support and homemaking services to clients and families.
• Reports changes in client's personal support needs to appropriate supervisors.
• Performs personal care tasks including hygiene, meal preparation, and light cleaning.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Good assessment skills

Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team

Awareness of community resources

Ability to take direction well

Education

High school diploma

Personal Support Worker program or Health Care Aide

CCA Certification (in Nova Scotia)

Job description

Requisition Details:
Employment Status: Regular, Pull-time (0.5 FTE)u00A0u00A0
Program: Hospiceu00A0
Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
Biweekly Hours: 37.5
On Call: Yes
Existing Vacancy: Yes u2013 weu2019re currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.

Marigold Residence Hospice provides specialized care and services with a patient-centered approach. Patients and families are intimately involved in creating their own plan of care which best addresses their unique needs. Our specialized hospice team works together, with other community partners and service providers to provide full support and quality hospice palliative care. Working within an interdisciplinary care team with the goal to provide comfort care and the management of pain and other symptoms.

Job Summary:
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• Observes and evaluates the clientu2019s 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 clientu2019s and familyu2019s needs have been met. Advises supervisor accordingly.
• 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.u00A0
• Implements changes to the care plan under the guidance of the Manager for safety, liability and financial reasons.
• Reports verbally to the immediate supervisor or Personal Support Program Manager any changes in the clientu2019s or family's personal support needs or home situation necessitating a change in the personal support care plan.
• Performs personal support tasks reflecting the needs of the client and family.u00A0 Tasks may include light cleaning, preparation of nutritious meals, care of clothes, shopping for the client as required, and monitoring and maintaining household safety.
• 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.
• Provides simple bedside care, where required, under the direction of a nurse.
• Provides respite care to clients as required.
• Supports clientsu2019 families by providing child care as required to allow for family relief.
• Organizes each dayu2019s activities, setting priorities for personal support and other activities under the direction of the Personal Support Program Manager or an immediate supervisor.
• Completes daily call checks, and other forms as required, to maintain the effective and efficient operation of the personal and home support service.
• Assesses the client's pattern of communication and ability to relate.
• 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.
• Functions and reports in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety legislation, regulations, and VON policies and procedures.
• Functions in accordance with VON's risk management policies, procedures, practices and guidelines designed to promote and protect client safety.u00A0
• 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.u00A0

Education, Designations and Experience:

• High school diploma.
• Secondary school education is preferred.
• CCA Certification is required in Nova Scotia.
• Must have certificate in Home Support Worker (Level I, II, III), Personal Support Worker program or Health Care Aide.
• Must have a current Standard First Aid Certificate or CPR level C Certificate, if applicable to the work being performed.
• Some household management experience and experience working with elderly or ill individuals or children.

Skill Requirements:

• Strong communication skills, both verbally and written
• Able to communicate effectively with clients and families in a clear and effective manner that demonstrates respect, empathy and understanding
• Good assessment skills
• Awareness of community resources
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team or independently as required
• Able to take direction well
• Ability to adjust to working in different social and economic environments
• Communicating in a clear and effective manner, demonstrating respect, empathy and understanding
• The capacity to adhere to strict confidentially

Other:

• 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

Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.