Temporary Personal support worker in Toronto
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
The Personal Support Worker (PSW) works in a community setting, under the direction of a regulated health care provider, to provide homemaking, personal care and related Activities of Daily Living (ADL) in the client’s home. Depending on the request for assistance, other services may include: companionship, emotional support, respite/palliative care or childcare. Personal care includes assisting the client in stabilization with sitting, standing or walking. Related tasks may include dietary management, household chores essential to the client’s health and well-being.
As a valued member of the team, the Personal Support Worker (PSW) is accountable and demonstrates a commitment to providing safe and outstanding care to clients in accordance with organization’s vision and mission.
RESPONSIBILITIES (But not limited to):
Responsibilities of the PSW include: reporting observations in the client’s condition, especially changes from normal behavior, using correct information and proper documentation procedures; performing client care according to the agreed upon Client Care Plan; assisting with simple health care routines such as reminders to maintain dietary restrictions, medication regimen, and recommended exercises; teaching of safety and home management skills, while promoting independence; immediately reporting any emergency situations to the Client Care Manager and/or Charge Nurse; and much more!
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of safe homemaking duties with experience in cleaning, meal preparation and related tasks.
Selected on the basis of such factors as dependability in employment (Professional reference checks), good personal hygiene, good judgment and good time management skills (as indicated through behavioural interview questioning and written evaluation).
Current Driver’s License, a minimum of one million dollars liability insurance and use of a reliable vehicle.
Valid Police Check & Vulnerable Sector Screening.
Medical TB clearance completed and indication of fitness for work.
Must have effective verbal and written English communication skills.
EDUCATION:
Successful completion of a Personal Support Worker certificate from an approved College or private institution meeting the standards established by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.
Current CPR/First Aid (Level C) Certification.
WE INVEST IN YOU!
Competitive Compensation and Benefits
Flexible schedule
Paid Orientation Program
Professional Development through innovative Educational Opportunities
Tuition Assistance Reimbursement
Opportunities for advancement
Employee Recognition and Discount Programs
Employee Referral Bonus
A dynamic and supportive working environment
How to Apply
Please e-mail Resume to: hr@prefhealthcare.com.We encourage all candidates who have the right mix of skills, abilities and a passion for excellence to apply. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.