Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Part Time - Columbia Forest

130011 Axium Extendicare LTC II LP; Canada; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior care provider in Canada seeks a Personal Support Worker to deliver personal care and support to residents. The role involves assisting with daily activities, monitoring residents' conditions, and ensuring a safe environment. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and experience in health services. This is an opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of seniors through compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Experience working with seniors in community health services.
• Demonstrated sound skills in providing personal care.
• Current Vulnerable Sector Check required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and hygiene to residents.
• Observe and report on residents' conditions to supervisors.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer focus skills

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Transfer skills

Education

Graduate of Personal Support Worker program

Job description

Overview

Job Description 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 Extendicare's standards, policies and procedures.

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 Extendicare 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 escalate 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 clean environment, including residents/clients equipment, belongings, and nursing equipment
• To observe and report to the Client Service Supervisor any concerns regarding client's safety, including physical environment, implement interventions as directed by supervisor and 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 work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents)
• To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct
• To complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 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
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences. If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada. We deliver quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population. We also provide management and consulting support through a range of services, including recruitment and building strong, qualified teams, to a network of independently owned long-term care and retirement homes. Our Mission “Helping People Live Better.” We help our residents and clients live better by promoting quality of life. We create remarkable moments through highly engaged and motivated team members. Stakeholders know this because we continuously measure, improve and publicly share our performance. Our Vision Our vision is to be the best senior care and services company in Canada. Our Values At Extendicare, we value our customers and our team who cares for them. We are committed to treating them with dignity and respect in an atmosphere of compassion. As health care professionals, we take pride in being responsive to the needs of those who rely on us. Customer Satisfaction. We strive to provide care and services to our customers which exceed their expectations. Excellence. We believe aspiring to excellence leads to continuous quality improvement in our provision of care to residents. Respect. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. Integrity. We believe in honesty and fairness in our relationships with others. Accountability. We believe we are accountable for the quality of services we provide to our customers. Communication. We listen to each other and foster open and honest communication. Teamwork. We believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. Environment. We believe that environmental issues should be integrated into business decisions that promote environmental protection, preservation, safety and a homelike atmosphere.