Personal Support Worker (psw) - Casual - Medex

Extendicare The Meadows

Base: $27.51 - $29.12; bonus/equity: not specified...
Casual (minimum 4 shifts per month, including weekends)
Adhere to plan of care
Assist with personal care
Observe and report resident condition
Extendicare The Meadows is seeking a Personal Support Worker (PSW) for casual positions to provide personal care and support for residents. The ideal candidate should have relevant qualifications and experience, particularly in senior care, and be committed to promoting the well-being of vulnerable adults

Job Summary

  • The Personal Support Worker provides personal care and performs selected tasks, which are within their knowledge and skill, under the direction of their supervisor while adhering to regulatory and Extendicare's standards, policies and procedures.
  • As a valued member of our team, you can expect continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities, and opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization.
  • Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada, committed to delivering care throughout the healthcare continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Extendicare The Meadows is seeking a Personal Support Worker (PSW) for casual positions to provide personal care and support for residents. The ideal candidate should have relevant qualifications and experience, particularly in senior care, and be committed to promoting the well-being of vulnerable adults.

Salary

Base: $27.51 - $29.12; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Employee Family Assistance Program

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Adhere to plan of care
  • Assist with personal care
  • Observe and report resident condition
  • Provide cognitive, social, emotional support
  • Maintain resident confidentiality
  • Work with vulnerable adults

Nice-to-have

  • Teamwork environment
  • Life-long learning and growth
  • Rewarding and meaningful work

Key Requirements

  • Graduate of Personal Support Worker program
  • Minimum 600 hours theory & practicum (Ontario & Alberta)
  • Experience working with seniors
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
  • Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills
  • Demonstrated sound skills in providing personal care
  • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification
  • Ability to perform lifting/transferring clients
  • Vulnerable Sector Check (within six months)

Work Rights

Not specified

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