Personal Support Worker PSW (Relocation - Madawaska)

Foundation Health; Ontario; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for dedicated Personal Support Workers to join their team in the beautiful Madawaska Valley. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to provide essential care to clients while enjoying a fulfilling lifestyle in a serene environment. The position emphasizes community health and personal growth, allowing you to make a significant impact in the lives of others. With competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work culture, this is more than just a job; it's a chance to thrive in a picturesque setting. If you're passionate about healthcare and seek a rewarding career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Signing Bonus: $1000+

Competitive Salary & Benefits

Positive Work Environment

Quality of Life

Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• Certified healthcare professionals with a passion for community health.
• Experience in performing health assessments and providing personal care.
• Ability to interact with clients in a caring and courteous manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks and provide companionship.
• Perform light housekeeping and meal preparation duties.
• Remind clients about medications and take them to appointments.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Cultural sensitivity

Problem solving

Customer service

Physical ability to lift 50lbs

Time management

Crisis resolution

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

RN/RPN or related healthcare qualifications

Valid Standard First Aid and Level C CPR

Tools

Computer applications

Telemedicine platforms

Job description

Personal Support Worker PSW - (Full-Time, Relocation to Madawaska Valley, ON)

We are seeking passionate and dedicated healthcare workers to join our dynamic team in scenic Madawaska Valley, Ontario. This is an opportunity to work in a small, friendly long-term care facility. This is more than a job; it's a lifestyle in a community where professional fulfillment meets natural tranquility.

Perks

Located 2 hours west of Ottawa, Madawaska Valley is a gorgeous rural area surrounded by lakes, rivers and nature. As a Personal Support Worker relocating to the area, you will enjoy many perks including:

• Signing Bonus: $1000+
• Competitive Salary & Benefits: Enjoy a competitive pay structure along with comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Positive Work Environment: Be part of a supportive team that values your contribution and fosters professional growth.
• Quality of Life: Experience life in a region known for its breathtaking landscapes, serene lakes, and abundant wildlife – a perfect setting for outdoor enthusiasts.
• Work-Life Balance: Embrace a slower pace of life with less commute stress and more time for leisure and family.

Who Should Apply:

• Certified healthcare professionals with a passion for community health
• Individuals seeking a balance between a rewarding career and a fulfilling personal life
• Outdoor lovers looking to integrate their lifestyle with their work environment

Job Description

Personal Support Workers (PSWs) will provide care to individuals who need assistance as they deal with the effects of aging, injury, surgery, or illness. Please note that this is a relocation position.

As a Personal Support Worker, you will:

• Assist clients with personal care such as bathing and dressing
• Provide companionship
• Take clients for outings or exercise
• Perform basic meal preparation
• Perform light housekeeping duties such as washing dishes, taking out the garbage, doing patient’s laundry, vacuuming and dusting
• Provide respite while the primary caregiver is out of the home
• Remind clients about their medication
• Take clients to appointments or shopping
• Be a part of the client's total care program
• Act upon delegated tasks as required within your scope of practice

Skills and Experience Required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with clients, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
• Understand and respect economic, cultural, religious, racial, and gender diversity to provide inclusive and sensitive care to clients from various backgrounds.
• Proficiency with computer and phone applications
• Experience in performing advanced, comprehensive health assessments in person or over a telemedicine platform
• Physical ability to stand, bend, walk, crouch, kneel and reach, ability to lift 50lbs (23 kg)
• Ability to interact with others in a caring, tactful and courteous manner
• Excellent problem solving, time management, and crisis resolution skills
• Exceptional customer service and ability to build a therapeutic relationship with the client

Education and Certifications Required

• Have one of the following qualifications:
• Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate from a Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities or the Ministry of Education approved program
• RN/RPN, Paramedic, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy student with a minimum successful completion of year one of the program
• Holds a valid certificate as a Home Support Worker (level II or III), Health Care Aide, or Personal Attendant
• Holds a valid certificate as a Developmental Support Worker
• Internationally licensed Nurse, Midwife or Physician
• Valid Standard First Aid and Level C CPR
• Updated immunization records (including completion of a two-step tuberculosis test within the last 6 months)
• Clear criminal background check, and Vulnerable sector check are required upon hire
• Valid G2/G driver's license and access to a reliable car. Candidates without a vehicle will not be considered.

Requirements

• Vulnerable Sector Check completed within the last six months
• Submission of proof of three COVID vaccinations
• TB test completed within 6 months to a year
• Immunization record
• Up-to-date CPR and First Aid certification

Make the Move

If you're ready to take your healthcare career to new heights in a location that offers both professional satisfaction and an unparalleled quality of life, Madawaska Valley awaits you. Apply today and start your adventure!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Foundation Health proudly celebrates the diversity in our country and amongst our staff. We strongly encourage applications from people of under-represented communities, including Indigenous, migrant, people of color and LGBTQ2S+ individuals.