Personal Support Worker - Hanover, Canada - FirstLight Home Care Canada

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At FirstLight Home Care Canada, a leading home care agency, the genuine health and well-being of others is our greatest concern. We vow to provide first-class personal service for our clients so that they may enjoy warmth, independence and relaxed comfort in their own home or any setting.

FirstLight Home Care Canada is built on a solid foundation of core values and dedication to client happiness, peace of mind, and quality of life that supports our Culture of Careā€”our commitment to service excellence, personal growth, and accountability.

At FirstLight Home Care Canada, you get to do something that matters. Something that makes a real difference.

FirstLight Home Care Canada hires top Healthcare Professionals who have integrity, a great capacity for compassion and empathy, and who value a rewarding career. We look for individuals who can help make everyday activities easier for our clients, and who have a genuine desire to enrich the lives of others and make the world a better place

FirstLight Canada provides comprehensive caregiver training, flexible schedules and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others

Key Responsibilities and Skills:


  • Adhere to the plan of care as determined by the Director of Health &
Wellness
- assist the resident with personal care and hygiene and activities of
daily living

  • To observe and report on changes in residents' condition to Health &
Wellness Manager

  • To escalate medical emergencies to the Registered Practical Nurse
/Health & Wellness Manager or emergency medical services as
appropriate

  • To assist with ambulation, mobilization, transferring and adaptive
aids

  • To demonstrate understanding of the residents needs and maximize
abilities

  • To provide cognitive, social, emotional, and psychological support to
the resident/family

  • To maintain resident information confidentiality
  • To respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action
taken within decision making authority and or concern communicated
to the Health & Wellness Manager

  • To assist in maintaining a safe and cleanly environment, including
residents' equipment, belongings, and nursing equipment

  • To observe & report to the Registered Practical Nurse/ Health &
Wellness Manager any concerns regarding the resident's safety
including physical environment, implement interventions as directed
by the Registered Practical Nurse/ Health & Wellness Manager &
advocate on the residents behalf to ensure resident safety is
maintained

  • To engage with other agencies involved in resident care as directed
  • To attend in services to develop knowledge and skills
  • To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults
  • To complete other duties as assigned
  • To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to
respect and promote it

  • Collaborate with other departments
  • Adhere to established policies and procedures of the Retirement
Home, RHRA, and Public Health


Job Requirements:


  • Graduate of Personal Support Worker program preferred
  • Experience working with seniors in LTC or Retirement Home
  • Must possess strong written and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
  • Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills
  • Must have demonstrated sound skills and knowledge of providing
personal care duties

  • Current CPR and First Aid certification
  • Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable
Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to
obtain one

  • Must be able to provide a negative TB result (current within 1 year of
test)

  • Fully vaccinated
  • Covid1
  • FirstLight Home Care is a leading provider of nonmedical home care services, helping individuals achieve the quality of life they deserve. We are a lifeline and peace of mind not only for seniors, but for people recovering from illness, injury or surgery; adults with disabilities; new and busy parents; veterans; and anyone over the age of 18 who needs extra assistance._

Job Types:
Part-time, Casual


Salary:
$19.00-$23.00 per hour


Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Every Weekend
  • Morning shift
  • Night shift
  • On call
  • Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Hanover, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
On the road

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