Personal Support Worker - Richmond Hill, Canada - RNS Health Care Services Inc.

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About the Role:





SHIFTS AVAILABLE:
Mornings, Afternoons, Evenings (Full-time, Part-time, Casual)


The Personal Support Worker (PSW) provides personal support and homemaking services to clients and their families in the Richmond Hill community.

This role requires an individual with excellent communication skills and the ability to work well independently. Care is provided in the client's home, so having access to your
own vehicle is a job requirement.


Why work at RNS Health Care Services Inc?

  • Competitive salary, group benefits and paid sick days
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Sign-on Bonus of $500
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Weekend Premium Pay

  • Permanent, fulltime status
  • Mobile Device for applicable field staff

Who We are Looking For:

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Must have reliable transportation; this includes a valid Ontario Driver's License and automobile insurance

  • Shift: Monday
  • Friday, 7:00am 2:00pm, Alterante Weekends
  • Lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques up to
    fifty (50) lbs; Bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch using good body mechanics; Walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; use of elevators
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English (includes reading, writing and conversing)

A Day-to-Day Look at the Role:

  • Evaluates current personal support care plan and contributes to the development of the care plan; implements changes to plan if required and advises supervisor accordingly
  • Reports any changes in the client's or family's personal support needs or home situation
  • Provides personal care as directed by the Client Services Manager and his or her delegate. This includes assisting the client in daily activities (eating, dressing, etc.) and other personal hygiene needs
  • Performs personal support tasks reflecting the needs of the client such as: light cleaning, meal prep, laundry and companionship.
  • Completes daily mobile check ins and proper documentation.
  • Other duties as assigned

What You Will Need to Succeed:

  • Graduate of an approved Personal Support Worker course in Ontario, or equivalent (internationally trained nurse, Health Care Aide, or nursing student who has completed their first year of schooling).
  • First Aid / CPR certification is required
  • Clear Vulnerable Sector Screen (Within last 6 months)
  • TB Test (within last two years)
  • Previous experience working with elderly is considered asset

Subject to our duty to accommodate under the Human Rights Code, we require all new employees to provide proof of vaccination against Covid-19 prior to commencing employment.

About Us:


RNS Health Care Services Inc. is an accredited organization of professionals providing concerned, competent and compassionate health care services within our community since 1985. Canadian-owned and operated, offering services such as personal support, homemaking, respite care, palliative care, nursing, foot care and community clinics. Our caregivers care for clients in their homes, hospitals, retirement and nursing home facilities.


Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
$20.34-$22.00 per hour


Benefits:


  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Evenings
  • Evening shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

  • Overtime
pay

  • Signing bonus

COVID-19 considerations:


COVID-19 precautions, operational policies, and clinically-approved practices are in force throughout the workplace, including masking, vaccination or testing requirements, daily disinfection of all surfaces, and reduced office capacity.


Application question(s):

  • Do you hold a valid PSW certification or equivalent?
  • Are you able to use your own vehicle for this position?
  • Are you able to provide proof of auto insurance and a valid Ontario driver's license?

Work Location:
On the road

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