Personal Support Worker - Hanover, Canada - HCSS Grey-Bruce

HCSS Grey-Bruce

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Hanover, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

PURPOSE:

HCSS is excited to offer a new Personal Support Service Program. We are currently looking to recruit Qualified Personal Support Workers that are passionate about providing care to seniors and adults with disabilities both in their homes as well as in our local community. This will include assistance with activities of daily living ie. bathing, dressing, grooming. The Program Assistant will also work directly with clients in the Adult Day/Overnight Relief Program, including assisting clients with personal care and nursing care as delegated by Registered Staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibility for Clients:

Assist with activities of daily living including grooming, dressing, bathing, toileting assistance, mobility and transfers
To follow client service plan demonstrating professional and competent work ethic
Provide 1:1 care for clients in their home and in the Day Program setting
Reporting changes in client behaviour and condition
Maintaining relevant client documentation
Establishing respectful and therapeutic client/caregiver relationships
Promoting client independence and enhancing their quality of life
Maintaining professional boundaries with clients/caregivers

Responsibility for Team:

Be respectful and show a professional and cooperative spirit with all members of the multiinterdisciplinary team.
Participate in team meetings.
Communicate relevant information to the Team regarding clients, behaviours, condition and changing needs
Participate with all team members in assessing client's needs and evaluating planned interventions/programs.
Assist with orientation and training of new team members
Work collaboratively with partners in care ie. Community Case Coordinators

Responsibility for Family Support:

Communicate with families of clients as needed.

Responsibility for Administration:

Ensure daily documentation is completed.
Participate with all team members in review of the client care plan.
Immediately report any health risks or unsafe circumstances to the Team Leader

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Proven ability to cope with and properly handle emergency situations
Seeks seminars, workshops and continuing education opportunities related to position
Ability to work independently
To seek guidance from Team Leader whenever in doubt
Good organizational and time management skills
Maintains privacy and confidentiality
Complies with the Ontario Health and Safety Act and its associated regulations
Completes mandatory annual online training courses

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected.

It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required by the incumbent.

Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

P.S.W. certification
Minimum two years experience working with the elderly and adults with physical disabilities.
Ability to contribute on a multifunctional team.
Current driver's license and reliable vehicle.
Ability to work independently
Knowledge and experience with computer software, cellphones and related technology

Please note that this is a 6 month contract with the possibility for extension based on ministry funding.

Benefits: