Personal Support Worker - Halton, Canada - Halton Region
Description
Personal Support Worker:
At Halton Region, we treat everyone with respect, honesty, fairness and trust.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve.
Halton Region is committed to providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
We are proud to operate three non-profit long-term care homes where our employees make a meaningful contribution on the lives of the residents by providing quality care in a family-like atmosphere.
As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service-focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.
We are also recognized as a Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO) Best Practice Spotlight organization.You make a positive difference in people's lives because you provide high quality customer centered services.
You operate within a highly ethical environment and will be accountable for going the extra mile, listening to your customers, creatively meeting needs and always being respectful to those you serve.
As a result, you will be part of a qualified and strategic team recognized widely for caring, excellence, integrity, inclusiveness and flexibility.
Posting ID: 2185
Department:
Social & Community Services
Division:
Services for Seniors
Pay Range:
$ $25.54 (In addition to the base hourly rate, the Provincial PSW Wage Enhancement of an additional $3.00 per hour will be applied.)
Job Type:
Permanent
Hours of Work: 16 hours per week
Work Location:
Creek Way Village Long Term Care Facility Corporate Drive, Burlington
Employee Group:
OPSEU LTC
Posting Date:
July 20, 2023
Application Deadline:
July 27, 2023
Positions Available:
4 Permanent Part Time - Evenings
Job Summary:
Participate as a member of the nursing and personal care team, providing care in activities of daily living to the residents.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provide personal care for residents including all activities of daily living to ensure their optimum physical, social and emotional wellbeing.
- Communicate effectively with residents, staff and families.
- Provide excellent customer service at all times. Is respectful, courteous and pleasant manner.
- Provide individualized service and creates a homelike atmosphere.
- Observe and report changes in the resident's status.
- Record necessary data (e.g. flow sheets).
- Share responsibility for the care of equipment in the Home and the personal belongings of residents.
- Work cooperatively with team members.
- Receive direction from registered staff.
- Participate in quality improvement activities as directed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications:
Essential
- Secondary School Graduation Diploma and a Personal Support Worker Certificate from a recognized college.
- Team oriented with excellent communication skills.
- Understanding of the Residents' Bill of Rights and Compliance Standards as set out by the Ministry of Long-Term Care.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize and adapt to resident needs
Preferred
- Previous experience in geriatrics, rehabilitation or care setting.
- Training in Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA)
- Familiarity with basic computer functionality, experience with Point Click Care (PCC), or Point of Care (POC)
Working/ Employment Conditions:
Working Conditions
- Must be able to work shifts.
- Must be able to perform all the necessary physical tasks associated with the care and assistance of residents.
Employment Conditions
- Current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Criminal Records Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening by the first day of employment.
- Current twostep tuberculosis test (obtained within the past six (6) months) by first day of employment.
- In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/1
- Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
- Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
We are committed to the delivery of high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work.
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