Personal Support Worker - Toronto East

Canadian Inclusion; Toronto; Vor Ort; CAD 31.000 - 35.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Benefits

Pension plan

Education funding

Zusammenfassung

VHA Home HealthCare in Toronto East is looking for Personal Support Workers to provide personal care, socialization and emotional support in home and education settings. Compensation ranges from $22.42 to $25.17 per hour as per the Collective Agreement, with flexible schedules and opportunities to help clients maintain daily living activities.

Responsibilities include monitoring client changes, supporting independence, and reporting observations.

Qualifikationen

• PSW certification from an approved educational institution.
• RN/RPN/DSW/HCA/Personal Attendant certification.
• RN or RPN students with a minimum successful completion of 1 year.
• Immunization requirements and CPR/First Aid are assets.

Aufgaben

• Provide personal care, socialization, and emotional support.
• Monitor and report changes in client behaviour and condition.
• Assist clients to maintain activities of daily living in the home.

Kenntnisse

PSW certificate

Weekend availability

English proficiency

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Independent work

Ausbildung

PSW certification

RN/RPN/DSW/HCA certification

Internationally trained nurse/paramedic

Jobbeschreibung

Personal Support Worker - Toronto East (Education)

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.

Personal Support Worker - Toronto East (Education)

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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$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.

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.

Location

Service area includes Downtown East, Midtown East, East York, Leaside, Thorncliffe Park, Danforth, Riverdale, Leslieville and surrounding neighbourhoods.

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.

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