Personal Support Worker - Ottawa, Canada - Salvation Army Grace Manor

Salvation Army Grace Manor
Salvation Army Grace Manor
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Ottawa, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Responsibilities:


Under the direction of the unit RPN, RN and Director of Care, the Personal Support Worker (PSW) is responsible for assisting residents with the activities of daily living including such as bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene and care of skin and nails.

Assisting with transfers and mobilization of residents using body mechanics and mechanical aides such as walkers, wheelchairs and lifts in accordance with lift codes.

Records observations and reports any changes/problems in resident's condition, such as mobility, temperature, skin integrity, appetite and behavior in POC.

Assists residents with meals by serving, feeding and assisting residents at meal times, serves and monitors intake of nourishment to designated residents.

Changes and makes beds, sanitizes residents' basins, bedpans, urinals. Replenishes unit and residents' supplies as needed from designated storage areas. Follow details contained within the Resident's Plan of Care. Performs scheduled cleaning of W/C, walkers, tubs and other equipment and performs other related cleaning duties as required. All other duties as assigned.


Qualifications:

PSW certificate required

  • Experience in Dementia or Alzheimer's preferred
  • CPR certification preferred
  • Long term care experience preferred.
  • Flexible team player, Good communication skills, proficient in English
  • Experience with Point Click Care and Surge Learning considered an asset
  • Commitment to the care of the elderly.

Hours of work:
This position works Full time 75 hours biweekly. The shifts and every second weekend is required.

  • No phone calls please.
  • The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. Each position contributes to the mission of The Salvation Army._

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
$26.15-$26.80 per hour


Benefits:


  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Onsite parking
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care
  • Wellness program

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Evening shift

COVID-19 considerations:


Under the Leadership and direction of the Director of Nursing and Care, infection control policies are in place, being strictly followed.

Protective equipment is provided by the home. The safety and wellbeing of our staff & residents is our top priority.


Application question(s):

  • Are you willing to work every second weekend?

Education:


  • DCS / DEC (required)

Experience:

Personal Support Worker: 1 year (preferred)


Licence/Certification:

  • First aid/ CPR (preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Night Shift (preferred)
  • Day Shift (preferred)

Work Location:
In person
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