Personal Support Worker (PSW)

CarePartners

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Business Location:
Woodstock, Ontario

Position type:
Full Time

Category:
Healthcare

Work Place Location:
In Person

Hours:
Availability to work non-traditional hours, such as early morning, evenings, and alternate weekends

Vacancy Type:
Existing Position Vacancy

Artificial Intelligence Usage:
AI will be used to screen, assess or select applicants for this position.

Job Description

Overview

Are you proud to contribute your skills to delivering quality health care? PSWs are an integral part of a health care team, and in this role, you will encourage, support, and promote independence for patients in home and community care settings by assisting with activities of daily living under the supervision of our Personal Support Manager.

We are looking for Personal Support Workers (PSWs) to help us bring patient and family-centered care to in patients in the Woodstock, ON and surrounding area. Are you someone we should meet?

What The Role Involves

Assisting with daily living activities, such as personal care (rise and retire), assistance with household tasks, respite care, medication assistance, special functions
Promoting a safe environment by demonstrating proper body mechanics, safe transfer techniques, and home safety
Providing cognitive, social and/or emotional support to the patient
Preparing nutritious, varied and economical meals and snacks, including special diets, as determined by the care plan, using proper food preparation, storage, and hygiene practices.

Education

Post Secondary Degree

Experience Required

What You Bring

A strong desire and commitment to making a difference in the lives of their patients
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Availability to work non-traditional hours, such as early morning, evenings, and alternate weekends
A valid driver’s license (G or G2 Classification), access to a reliable vehicle, and proof of automobile insurance
Valid certificate as a Personal Support Worker, Internationally Trained Nurse, Health Care Aid, Developmental Support Worker, Home Support Worker, or enrollment in a Nursing program
To protect our patients, we require current vulnerable sector check screening, a clear background check

Compensation and Benefits

What We Offer

Competitive Wages, Incentives and Perks

Competitive wage grid $20.96 to $23.20 per hour
A special $750 bonus for signing with CarePartners
PAID MILEAGE at 0.45 per/km PLUS travel time
Paid orientation and hands-on mentoring from experienced, caring staff
Access to group discounts, including exclusive discounts from various retailers
Total rewards program which includes health & dental benefits
A robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members
Flexible hours and a variety of assignments
Opportunities for continuing education and training
Hands on mentoring and leadership support
Opportunities to volunteer in countries with limited access to healthcare services

How to Apply

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If you need assistance with resume writing or access to computers/internet, please connect with our Community Employment Services (CES) Oxford, at 40 Metcalf Street, in Woodstock, or by phone at +1 888-439-8161. These services are free as CES Oxford is an Employment Ontario Service Provider, a non-profit agency providing free service to job seekers and local employers through Employment Ontario provincially funded programs. Offering employment and training programs in our community since 1994, CES Oxford’s mission is to create opportunities, via programs and support, for the empowerment of individuals.

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