Personal Support Worker (Temporary Part-Time Evening Shift for 3 Months)

Yee Hong Centre For Geriatric Care; Markham; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Multi-employer pension plan

Professional development opportunities

Ongoing learning and development

Employee education assistance program

Award-winning corporate culture

Safe, inclusive and supportive work环境

Job summary

Yee Hong Centre For Geriatric Care in Markham, Ontario is hiring a Personal Support Worker (PSW) to provide personal care, support daily activities, and assist residents with hygiene in a resident-centred, safe environment.

This temporary, part-time 3-month role requires an approved PSW course, CPR, and the ability to work evenings and weekends. Experience in long-term care is valued, and applicants with Chinese language skills are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Personal Support Worker course in Ontario, or equivalent.
• Experience in long term care setting an asset.
• Current CPR Certificate.
• Registration with Health and Supportive Care Providers Oversight Authority (HSCPOA) preferred.
• Resident-centred care focus with strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, problem-solve and time manage.
• Ability to work independently as well as be an active, positive team player.
• Behavioural management training (GPA, U-First, CPI) an asset.
• Computer literacy (Point Click Care, MS Office). Basic knowledge of Workday an asset.
• Ability to speak and converse in Chinese an asset.

Skills

Resident-centred care

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Initiative & problem-solving

Time management

Team player

Chinese (asset)

Education

PSW course in Ontario

HSCPOA registration preferred

CPR Certificate

Tools

Point Click Care

MS Office

Workday (asset)

Job description

The Personal Support Worker (PSW) will provide personal care to assist clients in their daily activities and personal hygiene. The PSW will support the clients' physical, social and emotional needs in a safe manner, in accordance with the organization's resident-centred approach, complying with relevant government standards, residents' rights and the organizations mission and philosophy.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Personal Support Worker course in Ontario, or equivalent
• Experience in long term care setting an asset
• Current CPR Certificate
• Registration with Health and Supportive Care Providers Oversight Authority (HSCPOA) preferred.
• Resident-centred care focus with strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, problem-solve and time manage
• Ability to work independently as well as be an active, positive team player
• Behavioural management training (Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA), U-First, CPI) an asset
• Computer literacy (Point Click Care, MS Office). Basic knowledge of Workday an asset.
• Ability to speak and converse in Chinese an asset

Additional Information

Working Conditions:

• Considerable standing, walking, lifting and bending
• Exposure to all resident care elements through regular resident contact.
• Ability to work evening shifts, including weekends and short shifts. May be required to work an alternate shift(s) to meet operational needs (e.g., emergency, training, accommodation, etc.) as per scheduling practices
• This is a temporary part time position for 3 months

Salary Range

$25.41 - $27.62

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• Multi-employer pension plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Ongoing learning and development
• Employee education assistance program
• Award winning corporate culture
• Safe, inclusive and supportive work environment

Yee Hong is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements for the open position. If contacted for this employment opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodation.

Successful applicants must provide a recent satisfactory vulnerable sector police reference check and medical clearance certificate.

Our hiring process involves the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with screening of the applicants’ resume.

This job is posted to fill an existing vacancy.