PSW / Attendant

Independent Living Services Simcoe County; Collingwood; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support agency in Simcoe County is hiring a Personal Support Worker to assist clients with daily living activities and support them in leading independent lives. The ideal candidate should possess relevant certifications and demonstrate strong interpersonal and organizational skills, offering a competitive hourly wage and various benefits.

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Signing Bonus

Paid Travel Time & Mileage

Weekend & Overnight Shift Premiums

Qualifications

• Personal Support Worker Certification, RN, RPN, DSW or 3000 hours experience in community care.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide support services enabling clients to live independently.
• Assist clients with non-medical activities of daily living.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Knowledge of issues concerning physical disabilities

Highly organized

Client service focus

Conflict resolution skills

Understanding of behavior management

Knowledge of health & safety legislation

Comfortable using technology

Confidentiality maintenance

Strong ethical standards

Education

Personal Support Worker Certification or equivalent

Job description

Personal Support Worker / Attendant
Permanent Full-Time Days (x3) – 75 Hours Bi-Weekly
PermanentPermanent Part-Time Days (x4) – 15 – 45 Hours Bi-Weekly
3+ Month Contract Part-Time Overnights (x1) – 30 Hours Bi-Weekly
Casual Positions Available
Our Values: Care and Compassion, Empowerment, Innovation, Respect and Inclusivity

Who we are:
ILS is an Ontario Health funded not for profit agency providing support and services to adults wishing to live independently in their homes. Through our programs and services, we are able to assist adults living with permanent physical disabilities and seniors aging at home lead independent, dignified, and productive lives.


What you would be doing:
Reporting to the Supervisor of Client Services, ILS Attendants provide high quality support services that enable clients to live independently, within their community. Under limited supervision, this role includes assisting clients in their homes with non-medical activities of daily living (ADLs), and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) as required and as outlined in the client’s individual service plan, under the direction of the client.

Required Qualifications:

• Personal Support Worker Certification, RN, RPN, DSW or a minimum of 3000 hours demonstrated work experience in community care/long-term care/healthcare setting.
• Current First Aid and CPR level C Certification, successful Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Reliable personal vehicle and valid driver’s license to travel to and from client homes.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of clients and partners in a diverse community.
• Knowledge of issues concerning physical disabilities and/or age-related conditions.
• Highly organized and excellent time management skills.
• Demonstrated client service focus.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of behaviour management principles.
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant health & safety legislation.
• Comfortability in using related equipment including technology (smart phone).
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of information & respect privacy laws.
• Strong ethical standards and understanding of professional boundaries.
• Knowledge of and abilities in transferring, lifting, bowel and bladder routines and other Attendant care duties. (would be an asset).

Total Compensation:
Pay: $25.76/hourly
Benefits:Weekend & Overnight Shift Premiums - Paid Travel Time & Mileage - RRSP match* Paid Vacation & Sick Days* - $1,000 Signing Bonus**conditions apply

In keeping with our continuing efforts towards greater representation, we welcome applicants with relevant lived experience and candidates with a broad reflection of identities including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), 2SLGBTQI+, age, abilities and socioeconomic background.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), ILS provides accommodation, accessible formats, and communication supports at all stages of the hiring process. We ask applicants to make their needs known in advance by contacting [e-mail] or phoning [phone].

ILS offices are located in Simcoe County. We acknowledge that the land on which we work in is the traditional territory of the Anishinaabek Nation. The Wendat and the Haudenosaunee Nations have also walked on the territory over time. We acknowledge the enduring presence of Indigenous people and are grateful to have the opportunity to be present in the territory.

Please note, only successful candidates will be contacted.