PSW - Personal Support Worker

Bloom Care Solutions; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing Digital Health Technology company in Kitchener is looking for dedicated Personal Support Workers (PSWs) to join their team. In this role, candidates will provide personal care, assist in daily living activities, and promote client independence while ensuring emotional support. Ideal candidates will have PSW certification, First Aid, and CPR certifications, along with a passion for continuous learning. The company offers competitive wages, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Flexible hours

Ongoing training

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• PSW certification or diploma is required.
• First Aid and CPR level C Certificate.
• Police Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
• Updated tuberculosis test and immunizations.
• Strong time management skills and professionalism.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Interest in continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to clients.
• Support clients in daily living activities.
• Assist clients with safe ambulation and transfers.
• Promote client independence.
• Provide psychological and emotional support.
• Communicate clearly with clients and stakeholders.

Job description

JOINone of the Canada's Top Growing Companies - we can't wait to welcome you aboard!

Bloom is a growing Digital Health Technology and Services company that is on a Mission to Improve Care Experiences.

Benefits:

• Competitive wages and multiple assignments
• Flexible hours that fit your lifestyle
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Rewarding work that makes a positive impact in the lives of others
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth

Qualifications:

• PSW certification or diploma is a must.
• First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) level C Certificate
• Police Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (within 1 year)
• 2 Steps of Tuberculosis (TB) Testand Immunizations ( up to date)
• Strong time management skills, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Excellent communicator, able to foster relationships with HealthcareStaff and clients
• Ability to work independently and work effectively within a team environment
• Interest in continuous learning – high energy and focused

Responsibilities:

• Compassion, integrity, and quality care are all expectations of our community culture.
• Provides personal care to the client
• Support client to perform ADL’s (Activities of Daily Living) including, meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, and more
• Assist client in safely ambulating and transferring
• Perform delegated tasks as required
• Promote client independence
• Provides psychological and emotional support
• Provide clear, timely communication to the client, family and any stakeholders
• Promotes a safe environment for both the client and worker

Work Conditions:

• Work requires travel within community or facility
• May involve long hours, including evenings and weekends, to meet organizational needs.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing for extended periods involved
• Lifting, pushing, turning involved
• May repeat the same movement

In compliance with Bill 190 (October 28, 2024), Bloom Care Solutions confirms that this posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization.

Bloom Care Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005), Bloom Care Solutions will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If you require disability-related accommodations, please inform the Human Resources staff. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace