Personal Support Worker - Terra Cotta

Home Instead; Terra Cotta; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading senior care provider is hiring PSWs and CAREGivers in Terra Cotta to assist seniors with daily living activities. We offer flexible hours and ongoing training opportunities to help you make a meaningful difference in clients' lives. Candidates must be certified PSWs or International Nurses, with CPR/First Aid certification as a requirement.

Benefits

Ongoing training opportunities

Flexible schedule

Personal satisfaction

Qualifications

• Must be CPR/First Aid Certified or willing to get certified.
• Experience with 2-person transfers preferred but not required.
• Home Instead requires proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 care assistance to clients.
• Assist in 2-person transfers using mechanical lifts.
• Support clients in completing activities of daily living.

Skills

CPR/First Aid Certification

Experience with personal care

Team player

Experience with Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Parkinson’s

Education

Certified PSW or International Nurse

Tools

Vehicle with valid auto insurance

Job description

Are you a PSW, International Nurse, Health Care Aide or CAREGiver? If so, we are hiring and we want you! Are you looking for a part‑time or full‑time opportunity that provides flexible hours and works with your schedule? We are hiring and we want you!

We are looking for skilled individuals to fill the role of a PSW and/or CAREGiver assisting seniors in the community of Terra Cotta. We are looking to fill multiple open roles with weekday and weekend availability.

What We Offer

• On‑Going Job Opportunities – employees will be on‑boarded with initial training and be eligible to take many of our training courses centered around senior aging illnesses such as Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Palliative Care, etc.
• Flexible Schedule – we work with your availability to fit shifts into your schedule and allow the desired number of hours weekly.
• Close to Home – all shifts are travel friendly and centrally located near your home.
• Personal Satisfaction – you get to make a difference in someone’s life!

Essential Job Functions

• Providing 1:1 care assistance to each client individually or in a team setting with another CG.
• Assisting in 2‑person transfers using mechanical lifts or 1‑person assists.
• Providing medication reminders.
• Supporting clients in completing all activities of daily living such as toileting, bathing, dressing, feeding and ambulation assistance.
• Assisting in instrumental activities of daily living such as laundry, changing linens, warming up meals, etc.
• Maintaining communication regarding all client care needs and changes and making appropriate reports.

Requirements of the Position

• A vehicle with valid auto insurance is an asset.
• Must be CPR/First Aid Certified (or willing to become certified).
• Must be a certified PSW or International Nurse.
• Experience with 2‑person transfers preferred but not required – training will be provided as needed.
• Experience with all forms of personal care.
• Must be a team player and willing to work with other Home Instead CG’s.
• Experience with Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Parkinson’s, etc. preferred but not required.

PLEASE NOTE

• Home Instead requires proof of full vaccination against COVID‑19 from all employees, with the exception of those who require accommodation under applicable human rights legislation.
• Home Instead does not participate in international sponsorships.