Personal Support Worker - Toronto Downtown

Canadian Inclusion; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits and pension plan

Education and professional development

Mentorship and peer support

Career development opportunities

Employee and family assistance program

Wellness resources

Perks & discounts

Accommodation options

Job summary

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is hiring Personal Support Workers for Toronto Downtown to deliver high-quality home-based care. You will support daily living activities, provide social and emotional support, and monitor client status in a home setting under the agency’s care plans.

Flexibility for weekend shifts and the ability to travel between assignments are important. We require PSW certification and related credentials, with additional qualifications like CPR/First Aid, and immunization

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 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 Hepatitis B strongly urged; TB screening as required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, socialization and emotional support at clients' homes.
• Assist with activities of daily living to promote independence.
• Monitor and report changes in client behaviour and condition.
• Follow client care/service plan and client preferences where possible.
• Complete personal tasks: grooming, dressing, bathing; assist with meals and mobility.
• Perform light housekeeping duties and maintain safety and confidentiality.

Education

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

English proficiency (grade 10 level)

Weekend availability

Ability to travel between assignments

Client and family-centered care

Diversity sensitivity with clients

Safety awareness and tech proficiency (computer/mobile)

Independent yet collaborative work

Immunization and health screening readiness

CPR and First Aid certification

Second language ability

HSCPOA registration (asset)

Job description

Personal Support Worker - Toronto Downtown (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 - Toronto Downtown (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

Key Areas of Accountability

• 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 & discounts


• 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.

Salary Minimum: 21.66Salary Maximum: 21.66