Resident Assistant (Personal Support Worker), Senior's Health PT (J1026-0649)

North York General Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total compensation package

Hospital Pension Plan

Evenings and weekends shifts

Job summary

North York General Hospital in Toronto area is seeking a Resident Assistant for the Seniors’ Health Centre to support nursing staff and provide personal care to residents.

You will work under supervision, assisting with activities of daily living and contributing to a compassionate, learning-focused environment that aligns with our mission of people-centred care.

Qualifications

• Completed PSW certificate from a College of Applied Arts and Technology.
• Registered and in good standing with The Health and Supportive Care Providers Oversight Authority (HSCPOA).
• Long term care experience preferred.
• Skilled in Point of Care (POC), preferred.
• Successful candidates must have a current Vulnerable Sector Check or obtain one prior to start date.
• Bilingualism in French/English an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing personnel in providing personal care to residents.
• Perform duties related to activities of daily living as instructed.
• Support teaching and learning activities, and contribute to research/innovation where applicable.
• Follow health and safety policies to maintain a healthy environment for staff, residents and families.
• Communicate effectively with elderly residents and health care team.

Skills

Personal care

Geriatric care

Communication

Teamwork

Bilingual FR/EN asset

Education

PSW certificate

Job description

Company Bio

North York General is one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals with a vision to deliver World-Class Care, 24/7. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, our multi-site campus supports our diverse community through every stage and life-defining moment by providing a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services.

North York General is one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals with a vision to deliver World-Class Care, 24/7. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, our multi-site campus supports our diverse community through every stage and life-defining moment by providing a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services. What defines North York General goes beyond exceptional quality care. Our superpower is how we deliver that care – the unparalleled compassion we bring to every encounter, during the moments that matter. Through partnerships, collaboration and academic endeavours, we seek to set new standards for People-Centred Care—a cornerstone of our culture and central to our Mission: People-Centred Care for a healthier community. North York General is a member of the North York Toronto Health Partners, an Ontario Health Team that integrates local care with patients, primary care and community partners. We are proud to be a place where the best people come to learn, grow and innovate. Join North York General to accelerate your career.

Position Summary

Resident Assistant, Nursing and Personal Care Services, Seniors’ Health Centre: Your goal in this position is to assist nursing personnel in providing personal care to residents and perform such procedures and treatments for which you have received special instructions. You will also perform other duties associated with the activities of daily living of the residents. This position supports the Hospital’s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers, learners, patients and families.

On a practical level, you will

• Perform all duties in accordance with legislation, the Mission Statement, Organizational Philosophy and Administrative policies and procedures of the Seniors’ Health Centre
• Work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or Registered Practical Nurse in providing personal care to the residents
• Communicate effectively with elderly people and colleagues
• Cooperate as a member of a health care team
• Have an interest in, and the ability to work with the elderly

Qualifications

• Completed Personal Support Worker (PSW) certificate from a College of Applied Arts and Technology
• Registered and in good standing with The Health and Supportive Care Providers Oversight Authority (HSCPOA)
• Long term care experience, preferred
• Skilled in Point of Care (POC), preferred
• Successful candidates must either have a current Vulnerable Sector Check within six (6) months or obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check prior to their start date
• Bilingualism in French/English an asset

What We Offer

Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Part Time Permanent position, 8 hours shifts, evenings, including weekends, in the Nursing and Personal Care Services, Seniors’ Health Centre. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which includes pay in lieu of benefits, vacation pay and the opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan. #INDO

Closing Statement

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.