PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKERS

Mchigeeng; M’Chigeeng; On-site; CAD 32,070 - 39,192; Full time

Job summary

A health services organization in M’Chigeeng is seeking a Personal Support Worker to provide essential support services and personal care to clients in both their daily living activities and within the community. The ideal candidate will have a Personal Support Worker Certificate and a minimum of two years of related work experience, along with strong communication skills and the ability to work flexible hours. Preference will be given to candidates familiar with the Ojibwe culture. Interested applicants should submit their resume and cover letter to the provided email address.

Qualifications

• Must have current First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Able to work shift work and flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care daily living and related functions.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the environment.
• Report changes or concerns of clients' health to nursing staff.

Job description

Department: Health Services – Wellness Centre
Employment Status: Regular Full-time (1) and Casual On-Call (Please Indicate which you're applying for)
Classification: Community Services 2
Salary: $23.28- $28.45/ hour

Evening and Weekend availability

The M’Chigeeng Wellness Centre is a senior living facility for independent individuals who require minimal assistance. At the Wellness Centre and in the community, we provide services to individuals who require additional home supports, such as daily exercise, hygiene care, meal preparation, wellness checks and light housekeeping.

Reporting Relationship

The Personal Support Worker will work under the direction of the Home Care Program Manager.

Position Summary

The Personal Support Worker will provide support services and personal care (depending on scheduled shifts) to the clients in their daily living activities within the Home Care Program and in the community of M’Chigeeng.

Essential Functions

To assist clients with personal care as assigned by immediate supervisor or designate such as:

• Follow responsibilities outlined in Shift Duty Schedule
• Report safety issues to Home Care Program Manager
• Maintain clean a safe environment
• Provide linkages with internal and external services as it relates to the care of Clients including Workplace Health & Safety standards
• Assist clients with personal care daily living and related functions as per needs outlined in individual care plans
• Assist in the delivery of client care plan as assigned
• Maintain accurate daily reports for effective client care
• Report changes, concerns of clients’ health to the HCC Nurse/Long Term Care Nurse
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in relation to all client services
• Complete other duties as assigned by Program Manager

Qualifications & Requirements

Preferred

Personal Support Worker Certificate with a minimum of two (2) years related work experience

Valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to own transportation is an asset

Minimum

Health Care Aide Certificate with two (2) years related work experience

Other

Must have current First Aid/CPR Certification,

Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

Able to work shift work and flexible hours

Experience working with the elderly is an asset

Ability to work within a team environment

Knowledge of the Ojibwe culture and traditions; fluency in the Ojibwe language is an asset

Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening (dated within 30 days, original or certified copy)

CRC/VSS Rationale

M’Chigeeng First Nation and its agents are in a position of trust in services to band member children and/or vulnerable adults, so a safe and secure working environment is mandatory. Applicants must provide a clear VSS Certificate and/or dated of any convictions relating to sexual interference, sexual assault or related charges. The VSS must be current (30 days) and must be an original.

Interested applicants must submit COVER LETTER, RESUME, THREE (3) CURRENT REFERENCES (2 Work-Related references from a direct supervisor/manager and 1-character reference that will be contacted upon a successful interview) and education certifications to: APPLY HERE:

Personal Support Workers
[e-mail]
c/o Human Resources
P.O. Box 333 M’CHIGEENG, ON P0P 1G0 (Fax [phone])
LATE OR INCOMPLETE applications will not be considered. Preference will be given to Anishinabek people.
For Job Description, please contact Human Resources [e-mail]

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