Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Part time (2023-4486)

Verve Senior Living; Bradford West Gwillimbury; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Personal Support Worker to join their team, dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults. This part-time role involves delivering personalized care in a supportive retirement residence, where your contributions will help create a positive and comfortable environment for residents. With a focus on collaboration and excellence, you will engage with residents, perform essential nursing care, and promote their well-being. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a nurturing environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Certificate from an approved Health Care Aide or Personal Support Worker program.
• Minimum of grade 12 education required.

Responsibilities

• Provide cognitive, social, and emotional support to residents.
• Perform nursing care procedures according to standards.

Skills

Fluency in English

Cognitive support

Emotional support

Nursing care procedures

Education

Certificate from Health Care Aide or PSW program

Minimum of grade 12 education

Job description

Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Part time (2023-4486)

Come join us and help make a difference in the lives of older adults! As employees at a Verve Senior Living Retirement Residence, our primary goal is to help each person have a great day, every day! Our employees thrive on collaboration and have a passion for excellence, achieving multiple awards including the Order of Excellence in Quality from Excellence Canada. As part of our team, your work is key to helping us achieve our shared vision of helping seniors live longer, better. Want to join us?

Description

Short Description: Join our team to make a positive impact on the lives of older adults in a supportive retirement residence environment.

Accountability Objective

Under the direction of the Health and Wellness Manager, participates in delivering care to residents based on individualized care plans, policies, procedures, and standards of care.

Background/Qualifications

• Certificate from an approved Health Care Aide or Personal Support Worker program.
• Minimum of grade 12 education.
• Experience in long-term care or retirement residence preferred.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
• Resident-oriented with aligned values and vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the Verve Quality Improvement (VQI) program.
• Provide cognitive, social, and emotional support to residents, promoting comfort and safety.
• Perform nursing care procedures according to standards, including infection control protocols.
• Comply with occupational health and safety legislation and policies.
• Complete mandatory training and accurate documentation.
• Monitor and evaluate intervention outcomes, suggesting improvements.
• Perform delegated tasks as assigned by supervisors.

All employment offers are subject to a Criminal Background Check. We thank all applicants; only those under consideration will be contacted.

Verve Senior Living is committed to inclusivity, equity, and accessibility. We value diversity and are happy to accommodate any needs during the recruitment process.