Personal Support Worker - Scarborough

Canadian Inclusion; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits and pension

Education and professional development

Mentorship and peer support

Career development opportunities

Employee and family assistance program

Wellness resources

Perks & discounts

Staff events

Job summary

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is seeking a dedicated Personal Support Worker for Scarborough (Healthcare). You will assist with personal care, socialization, and emotional support, promoting independence at home.

The role requires PSW certification, weekend availability, and strong English skills, with duties including monitoring client wellbeing and reporting changes to the care team. Salary is placed within the collective agreement range ($22.42 - $25.17 per hour).

Qualifications

• PSW certification from an approved educational institution.
• RN/RPN/DSW/HCA/Personal Attendant certification.
• RN or RPN students with a minimum of 1 year completed.
• Internationally trained Nurse, Midwife or Physician credentials are considered assets.
• Ability to read, write and speak English (equivalent to grade 10).
• Willingness to work weekends or rotational weekends.
• Ability to travel between assignments within designated areas.
• Demonstrated commitment to client- and family-centered care.
• Ability to speak a second language is an asset.
• Immunization for measles, rubella, varicella and Hepatitis B prophylaxis is strongly urged.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification is a definite asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, socialization, and emotional support to clients in home or community settings.
• Monitor and report changes in client behaviour and condition.
• Follow client care/service plans and maintain confidentiality.
• Support independence and delay institutionalization whenever possible.
• Ensure safety and coordination with interdisciplinary team.

Skills

English proficiency

Weekend availability

Independent work

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

PSW certification

RN/RPN/DSW/HCA certification

Paramedic program graduate

Immunization requirements

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

None specified

Job description

Personal Support Worker - Scarborough (Healthcare)

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: “Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home.” Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, “The freedom and flexibility can't be beat.” Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us “I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home.”

$22.42 - $25.17 (placement on salary range as per Collective Agreement)

Our PSWs are responsible for providing assistance with personal care, socialization, and emotional support, as well as other related health services to diverse client groups (includes adults and children) to maintain the activities of daily living in the home. Support activities are performed in such a manner as to encourage independence of the client and the prevention or delay of institutionalization. Responsible for monitoring and reporting changes in client behaviour and condition. In order to promote the client's self-determination and control, personal support workers follow, whenever possible, the client's directions and preferences. All activities are conducted within the client care/service plan and policies, procedures and standards of confidentiality of VHA. #INVHAPS

Personal Support Worker - Scarborough (Healthcare)

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: “Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home.” Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, “The freedom and flexibility can't be beat.” Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us “I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home.”

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Pay Range

$22.42 - $25.17 (placement on salary range as per Collective Agreement)

Our PSWs are responsible for providing assistance with personal care, socialization, and emotional support, as well as other related health services to diverse client groups (includes adults and children) to maintain the activities of daily living in the home. Support activities are performed in such a manner as to encourage independence of the client and the prevention or delay of institutionalization. Responsible for monitoring and reporting changes in client behaviour and condition. In order to promote the client's self-determination and control, personal support workers follow, whenever possible, the client's directions and preferences. All activities are conducted within the client care/service plan and policies, procedures and standards of confidentiality of VHA. #INVHAPS

Key Areas of Accountability

VHA's Personal Support Workers (PSWs) help clients live more comfortably, safely and as independently as possible. Their skilled, compassionate support can also be a great assistance to family caregivers looking for a much needed break. Personal support workers assist our clients with, but not limited to:

• Activities of daily living such as grooming, dressing and bathing
• Meal planning and preparation
• Mobility and transfers
• Light household duties such as cleaning, laundry and washing dishes
• Provision of special functions that have been taught, with respect to the client by a regulated health professional.
• Reporting changes in client behaviour and condition

Required Qualifications:

• PSW certification from an approved and recognized educational institution
• RN/RPN/DSW/HCA/Personal Attendant certification
• RN or RPN students with a minimum successful completion of 1 year
• Internationally trained Nurse, Midwife or Physicians
• Graduates of a paramedic program
• Ability to read, write, and speak English (equivalent to grade 10 level)
• Must be available to work on the weekends or rotational weekends
• Ability to travel between assignments within designated areas of work
• Demonstrated commitment to client and family-centered care
• Willingness to work with a diverse client base including clients who are elderly, physically challenged and with mental health conditions
• Demonstrated ability to recognize safety concerns, communicate effectively using a computer and/or mobile device
• Requires good judgement, the ability to work independently, and work cooperatively with an interdisciplinary team
• Immunization for measles, rubella, and varicella, and prophylaxis immunization of Hepatitis B is strongly urged. Must be screened for tuberculosis where required (i.e. long-term care facility).
• Current CPR and First Aid certification is a definite asset
• Ability to speak a second language is a definite asset.
• Registered and in good standing with Health and Supportive Care Providers Oversight Authority (HSCPOA) will be an asset.

What makes VHA's compensation unique?

• Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees
• Compensation for education and professional development
• VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career
• Mentorship and peer support
• Career development opportunities
• Employee and family assistance program
• Wellness resources
• Perks & discount​s
• Staff & service provider events

Accommodation and VHA's commitment to DEI

At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA. We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience. VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups. If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.

In every role and at every level, we lead with purpose, build bonds that matter, and we're passionate about providing spectacular care.

Salary Minimum: 21.66Salary Maximum: 21.66