Personal Support Worker - St. Thomas, Canada - VON Canada (Ontario)

VON Canada (Ontario)

Verified Company

St. Thomas, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

VON Canada is currently hiring compassionate Personal Support Worker (PSW) to work in St. Thomas, ON for our Home Support Program

(Certified Personal Support Worker (PSW) or Developmental Services Worker (DSW) or Health Care Aide (HCA), Paramedic Students, Nursing Students, Internationally Trained Nurses are eligible to apply)

Requisition Details:

Employment Status:
Full-Time, Part-Time or Casual

Program Name:
Home Support

Work Schedule:
Days, Evenings

Union/Bargaining Unit:
UFCW St. Thomas

On Call:
Yes

The power to change lives
With VON you get to hit the open road, where the scenery and work are different every day.

We offer a workplace free from the repetitive and boring, where you know you've helped someone remain independent, and meet some great people along the way.

Our PSWs provide care in client homes and other settings in communities across London Middlesex-Elgin.

_Training will be provided to support advanced skill sets and requirements_

_ This position is eligible for the $3.00 per hour wage enhancement from the Ontario Government for all hours spent directly caring for clients._

What we can offer you:

Competitive salaries and vacation time
Tiered Benefits (health, dental, LTD) & an Employee Assistance Program
Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contribution
Travel compensation
Comprehensive orientation program
Opportunity to use your skills and expand your knowledge
Smartphone provided to keep you connected during work time
The opportunity to make a difference in your community
Work with an organization that is 125 years strong

What you'll be doing:

Work with clients in their homes to provide personal care
Assist with daily living activities, such as grooming, dressing and bathing
Provide respite care
Plan and prepare meals and light household duties
Help with mobility and transfers
Monitor and maintain household safety

- .and much more

What we need from you:

Personal Support Worker (PSW) or Developmental Services Worker (DSW) or HealthCare Aide (HCA) Certificate
Internationally educated nurses, Paramedic students, and Nursing students are eligible to apply
Current Standard First Aid Certificate or CPR level C Certificate required

-
A valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle is required:

Current Criminal Records Check including a Vulnerable Sector Search and/or a Child Abuse Registry Check is required
Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

About us:

VON is a non-profit organization that provides clinical, personal and social support to people who want to
_live every day to the fullest_ while remaining in their own homes and communities.

**Come for the job, stay for the chance to make a real difference.