Personal Support Worker - Greater Sudbury, Canada - The Amberwood Suites LP

The Amberwood Suites LP

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Greater Sudbury, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

The Amberwood Suites is currently seeking a part-time Personal Support Worker role to join its Resident Services team in providing care for our residents.

As a valued member of our Resident Services team, you will provide care and assistance to our residents in accordance with policies, procedures and standard daily work routines.

Education & Training:

Personal Support Worker Certificate as endorsed by Ministry of Training Colleges and Universities is required.
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate / First Aid-CPR is required.
Ministry of Labour "Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps" training certificate is required

Experience:

Recent experience working as a Personal Support Worker in home care, long term care, retirement or hospital setting.
Experience in geriatrics or gerontology is an asset.
An understanding of the needs and issues of the older adult is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Demonstrated interpersonal / communication skills
Current certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) and Gentle Persuasion Approaches to Dementia Care (GPA) are asset
Excellent teamwork and effective communication skills.
Strong organizational and timemanagement skills.
Capable of working efficiently in a fastpaced environment.
Ability to work well independently and under pressure.
High interpersonal and customer service skills.
Availability to work days, evenings, nights and weekends is required.
Experience in medication administration an asset.
Willingness to update and keep current their knowledge of changing regulations, practices and procedures is a requirement.
Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is required (dated within 6 months of employment start date).
2 Step TB testing is required.
Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset.
N95 Mask Fit Test required.
Proof of full Covid19 vaccination required.