Full Time Psw - Toronto, Canada - Shiplake Properties

Shiplake Properties

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Full time

Description

Who are we?

The Dunfield Retirement Residence is an independent seniors living community located at the heart of Yonge and Eglinton, offering luxury services in retirement settings.

We are currently seeking a Full time Personal Support Worker for a Maternity Leave coverage to join our rapidly expanding team.

Just a few reasons to join Dunfield:

Competitive Salary
Incredible work environment and a great team
Work location easily accessible
Companysponsored social events
Free meal during shifts

Job Summary:

Provides personal care to assist residents in their daily activities and personal hygiene and supports their physical, social and emotional needs, in accordance with The Dunfield's policies and mission, relevant government standards, and residents' rights.

Responsibilities:

Observe and report changes in the residents' physical and emotional condition; provide input into the care plan and implements the guidelines in the plan.
Delivers personal care to promote comfort and safety for the resident during activities of daily living.
Assist residents with ambulation / escorting.
Transfer residents as required.
Supervise or assist residents with toileting, bathing, meals and feedings as required.
Make beds, tidy suites, clean up bodily fluids of the building as required.
Review memos and other communications, complete all required charting and documentation on data sheets and in clinical progress notes and provide end of shift report to the team.
Assist residents with ambulation, provide emergency medical care and respond to call bells and assist as necessary.
Ensure accurate records are maintained for "extra charges" to be billed to residents.
Carry out treatment and give medications according to the policy and procedure.
Maintain effective communication and good relationship with residents, families, Power of Attorney (POA) and the interdisciplinary team members.
Participates as a team member in cooperation with other departments to ensure quality care of the resident. Provides input into the plan of care plan and assist with scheduling six month assessment appointments
Complies with health and safety, sanitation and infection control procedures to minimize the risk to residents
Provides job shadowing or mentorship to members of the health care team or students, as assigned
Other duties as assigned.

Skills/Qualifications:

Graduate from an approved Personal Support Worker course
Experience in a retirement residence or nursing home an asset
Current CPR certification and first aid
Good interpersonal skills
Be knowledgeable of the Tenant Protection Act, Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority, Resident Rights and its Standards and to complete ORCA training.

Physical Demands:

Considerable standing, walking, lifting and bending

Working Condition:

What's next?
The Dunfield Retirement Residence is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation is available for applicants selected for an interview.

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