Personal Support Worker (PSW) | Part-Time | Evenings

Partners Community Health; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A rapidly growing not-for-profit organization in Mississauga seeks a dedicated Personal Support Worker (PSW) to provide quality care in a supportive environment. The role involves engaging with residents to promote their dignity and comfort, while working collaboratively with healthcare teams. Candidates must hold a valid PSW certificate and relevant certifications, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills. This part-time position requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in Long-Term Care preferred.
• Ability to work in stressful, multidisciplinary environments.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality resident care according to policies.
• Communicate with residents and families to involve them in care.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Anti-oppression Practice

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

Valid First Aid & CPR Certification

Completed 2-Step TB Test

Job description

Personal Support Worker (PSW) | Part-Time | Evenings

Job Description

Partners Community Health (PCH) is a new not-for-profit organization, focused on bringing healthcare services together around the needs of people living in Mississauga and West Toronto. PCH currently operates two new state-of the-art LTC homes and community hub in West Mississauga. The new homes have a combined 632-beds and be part of PCH’s larger strategy that introduce innovative and inclusive programs and services and new models of care delivery. PCH is committed to building partnerships and connections that put people first, as well as a learning and leading healthcare community that provides best in class service across the aging continuum.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assume responsibility for provision of Quality Resident Care on the resident home area (RHA) as per PCH’s policies and accountability framework
• Support residents/families by communicating with them and involving them in the provision of their own care when possible
• Participate in all aspects of personal resident care to ensure the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of each resident/family are met under the direction of the Registered Staff and/or Director of Resident Care
• Utilize therapeutic communication by establishing a working relationship with resident/families and co-workers for the purpose of meeting the resident’s needs, ensuring respect, dignity, individuality of each resident and staff member
• Deliver effective and efficient resident-focused care that promotes resident/family choices and acknowledges the resident’s strength, limitations as well as their need for safety
• Participate with other team members in formulating, delivering and reporting the daily resident care needs and preferences as per the individual’s plan of care
• Participate in continuous quality improvement of the RHA and associated care services
• Participate in mandatory education/training in-services for skill development and updates on new and/or relevant information on best practices

Qualifications:

• Current Personal Support Worker Certificate from a recognized institute
• Completion of six-hundred and forty (640) hours in PSW curriculum
• Minimum 1 year experience in a Long-Term Care setting an asset
• Knowledge of Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOHLTC) standards
• Ability to work well with others in a team approach and adapt to changing situations
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary stressful environment
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral), interpersonal skills and computer literacy
• Ability to demonstrate an anti-oppression approach to practice

Job Requirements:

• PSW Diploma/Certificate
• Valid First Aid & CPR Certification
• Must present a clear Vulnerable Sector Check (completed in the last 6 months)
• Completed 2-Step TB Test
• Must be available to work weekends and statutory holidays

PCH is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism. We believe diverse and inclusive teams support strong decision making, fosters a culture of belonging and allows us to better serve our people, residents, and community. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, we are committed to providing accommodations and will work with employees to meet their needs through the recruitment process. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please let us know. We embrace an inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply.

Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.