Personal Support Worker - Ottawa, Canada - Salvation Army Grace Manor

Salvation Army Grace Manor
Salvation Army Grace Manor
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Ottawa, Canada

1 week ago

Sophia Lee

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Responsibilities:


Under the direction of the unit RPN and the PSW Supervisor, the Personal Support Worker (PSW) is responsible for assisting residents with the activities of daily living including such as bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene and care of skin and nails.

Assisting with transfers and mobilization of residents using body mechanics and mechanical aides such as walkers, wheelchairs and lifts in accordance with lift codes.

Records observations and reports any changes/problems in resident's condition, such as mobility, temperature, skin integrity, appetite and behavior in POC.

Assists residents with meals by serving, feeding and assisting residents at meal times, serves and monitors intake of nourishment to designated residents.

Changes and makes beds, sanitizes residents' basins, bedpans, urinals. Replenishes unit and residents' supplies as needed from designated storage areas. Follow details contained within the Resident's Plan of Care. Performs scheduled cleaning of W/C, walkers, tubs and other equipment and performs other related cleaning duties as required. All other duties as assigned.


Qualifications:


  • Must be able to commit to only working for Grace Manor
  • PSW certificate required
  • Experience in Dementia or Alzheimer's preferred
  • Certificate in behavior management preferred
  • Food Handlers course preferred
  • CPR certification preferred
  • Long term care experience preferred.
  • Feeding skills program preferred.
  • Flexible team player, Good communication skills, proficient in English
  • Current immunization required
  • Experience with Point Click Care and Surge Learning considered an asset
  • Commitment to the care of the elderly.
  • No phone calls please.
  • The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. Each position contributes to the mission of The Salvation Army._

Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Part-time hours: 15 per week


Salary:
$26.15-$26.80 per hour


Benefits:


  • Company pension
  • Employee assistance program
  • Onsite parking

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Night shift

COVID-19 considerations:


Under the Leadership and direction of the Director of Nursing and Care, infection control policies are in place, being strictly followed.

Protective equipment is provided by the home. The safety and wellbeing of our staff & residents is our top priority.


Application question(s):

  • Have you completed your Personal Support Worker Diploma?

Education:


  • DCS / DEC (required)

Experience:

Personal Support Worker: 1 year (preferred)


Licence/Certification:

  • First aid/ CPR (preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (preferred)
  • Night Shift (preferred)
  • Overnight Shift (preferred)

Work Location:
One location
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