Responsibilities and Duties

The Personal Support Worker (PSW) is responsible for providing personal care, hygiene and assistance with activities of daily living for clients in the community.

Experience:

Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional personal care and customer service. Physical capabilities: Able to stand, bend, walk, crouch, kneel and reach freely and for extended periods; able to lift 23 kilograms independently; able to assist Clients with standing, walking, sitting; able to reposition Clients in bed.

Qualifications and Skills

• Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate / Diploma or Development Service Worker
• Practical or BScN Nursing Students who are actively working towards their Year 1 , 2, 3 or 4 Nursing license are encouraged to apply.

• Current Vulnerable Sector Search (within 1 year)
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certificate
• Proficiency in English, both verbal and written required
• Available for all 3 shifts.
• Knowledge of Body Systems and physical health conditions
• Knowledge of Common Cognitive Problems and Mental Health
• Proper techniques in assisting elderly with personal hygiene
• Best Practices in Nutrition and Hydration
• Safely operate mobility devices
• Proper Documentation
• Empathy and Patience
• Keen observation and critical thinking
• Time management and organization
• Teamwork and Communication

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: $21.25-$23.65 per hour Plus the Provinces $3/hour pandemic premium

COVID-19 considerations:
Candidates must be fully vaccinated (includes booster) prior to being hired. PPEs available on site