Contract Part-time Independent Living Assistant - Toronto, Canada - PACE Independent Living

PACE Independent Living

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Part time

Description

PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER

2 YEARS CONTRACT PART-TIME

WE'RE HIRING

BATHURST PRINCE CHARLES SUPPORTIVE HOUSING PROGRAM (M003)

LOCATION:
Bathurst/Prince Charles

WHAT WE OFFER:

- $ $2.278 per hour plus $3/hr wage premium for eligible hours worked

Opportunity to pick up additional hours in a supportive, inclusive & respectful environment
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Pension Plan
FREE _PPE _to keep you safe
FREE Professional Development & Training to grow your skills

Employee Recognition

Employee Service Recognition Program and more

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Provides personal support services _(i.e., activities of daily living, lifts/transfers, bowel/bladder routines, dressing/undressing, skin care, respiration, meals/drinks, general hygiene)_ to clients in their homes.
Be part of the OPSEU union

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

A passion for providing exceptional personal support services to female/male clients
Ability to lift and transfer clients
Manages time in cooperation with clients to complete tasks
Ability to accept direction from client's regarding services
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong problemsolving, conflict resolution and judgment skills
Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with others
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 computer skills (Outlook, Word)

WHAT HOURS YOU'LL WORK:

WEEK 1:

Monday: OFF
Tuesday: OFF
Wednesday: OFF
Thursday: OFF
Friday: 7:30am 11:30am
Saturday: 5:30pm 11:30pm
Sunday: 5:30pm 11:30pm

HOW TO QUALIFY:

Completed a PSW Program that meets the appropriate standards established by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, the National Association of Career Colleges, or the Ontario Community Support Association and must be 600 hours in duration (including class time and practical experience time). This also includes a PSW Program from an Adult and Continuing Education School Board.
1year PSW experience gained in the physical disabilities sector
Ontario Personal Support Worker Association (OPSWA) membership would be considered an asset
Proof of First Aid and CPR certificate
Ability to pass a Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Person)
Ability to travel between client appointments and willingness to work in the community

If you thrive in an independent work environment and are interested in

"
_Making a Difference" _in our client's lives - then this role is for you