Caregiver Support Worker - Brampton, Canada - PCHS

PCHS

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Brampton, Canada

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Description

Job Title:
Caregiver Support Worker (CSW)

Job Posting
#CSW-GP-037/2023-24

Date Posted:
January 24th, 2023

Reports to:
Supervisor, Geriatrics Program

Position Type:
Full Time Contract ending March 31st, 2024.

Date Closed:
Open till February 6th, 2024.

About Organization:

Punjabi Community Health Services (PCHS) is a pioneering, nonprofit, charitable organization serving the diverse populations of Brampton for 33 years.

Our services incorporate addiction support, mental health assistance, geriatric care, health promotion, domestic violence intervention, parenting support, settlement services, and programs for women, children, and youth.

PCHS is renowned for its innovative community development efforts and Integrated Holistic Service Delivery Model.

We hold accreditation from the Commission of Accreditation Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) International and Imagine Canada, and we are sensitive to the 2SLGBTQ community.

About Position:

The Sahara Caregivers Support and Respite Program is committed to educate caregivers on multiple health concerns faced by seniors.

This position will educate caregivers to keep seniors away from hospitals and long term care facilities and also to keep them healthy and at home as long as possible.

Promoting positive healthy lifestyle as well as providing culturally and linguistically appropriate educational sessions are the essential components of the program.

Caregiver Support Worker will be responsible to develop, plan, implement, report and evaluate the several components of the Sahara Caregivers Support and Respite Program.

Qualifications:

College diploma in social work and/or combination of equivalent education and relevant experience
Registration with relevant regulatory body is preferred
A combination of skills, experience and academic qualifications will be considered
Experience working with South Asian population
Sound knowledge of healthy lifestyles and Health and Safety standards
Demonstrate problem solving and decision making skills
Strong networking and facilitation skills
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work independently, as well as with multidisciplinary teams, both internally and externally
Excellent computer skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
Familiarity with Cloud technology and SharePoint will be an asset
Effective written and verbal communication skills as well as presentation

Requirements:

Must possess a valid Ontario Driver's License, have regular access to a reliable vehicle and provide proof of adequate vehicle insurance
A satisfactory current Vulnerable Sector Screening (Criminal Record Check) report
Current CPR and First-Aid certification
Vaccines (COVID19 and others) are encouraged.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, plan and implement educational activities and workshops for caregivers
Ability to arrange logistics for running the group program
Networking skills to coordinate with stakeholders to organize need based informative sessions/workshops /trainings for caregivers
Provide training /orientation to the program volunteers/students
Conduct/liaison meetings with community groups and service providers
Conduct outreach activities, public events, set up display tables at community events and online group facilitation, as applicable
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with hospitals, health care professionals, and the communityatlarge
Regularly update Client Record Management System (CRMS) and complete Screener for assessment
Capability to handle health and safety /other crisis related to Sahara Caregivers Support and Respite Program
Maintain appropriate recordkeeping/documentation and client files, statistical and outcome measurement tools as required by PCHS policies and procedures
Attend and actively participate in team meetings, other client related meetings and program meetings as required
Assist with the development, implementation and evaluation of the program
Conduct Inter-RAI CHA assessments and develop individualized care plans for the caregivers and the care receivers
Work closely with the Respite Workers (Personal Support Workers) to develop appropriate individualized care plans for the care receivers; address and review ongoing client needs and develop respite schedules (based on the assessments conducted)
Write program updates for the newsletter and media
Attend ongoing training opportunities with regards to the enhancement of the program
Other related duties as required.

Organizational Responsibilities:

Actively contribute to the mission, vision and values of PCHS
Follow the organizational Code of Ethics and professional standards of your certification and your position in the organization
Adhere to the policies and procedures of your program(s) and organization
Perform the duties outlined in this job description
Contribute in a positive way to the overall success