Personal Support Worker (psw) - Casual - Medex

Extendicare

Base: $27.51 - $29.12; bonus/equity: not specified...
Casual (minimum 4 shifts per month, including weekends)
Minimum 4 shifts per month requirement
Weekend availability required
Lifting and transferring clients
Extendicare is seeking a Personal Support Worker (PSW) for casual positions to provide personal care and support to residents, adhering to care plans and maintaining a safe environment. The role requires a commitment to working with vulnerable adults and includes responsibilities such as assisting with daily activities, observing health changes, and maintaining confidentiality

Job Summary

  • The Personal Support Worker provides personal care and performs selected tasks under the direction of their supervisor while adhering to regulatory and Extendicare's standards.
  • Key responsibilities include assisting residents with activities of daily living, observing and reporting on condition changes, and escalating medical emergencies as appropriate.
  • Extendicare offers continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning, and opportunities for advancement within a team dedicated to quality senior care.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Extendicare is seeking a Personal Support Worker (PSW) for casual positions to provide personal care and support to residents, adhering to care plans and maintaining a safe environment. The role requires a commitment to working with vulnerable adults and includes responsibilities such as assisting with daily activities, observing health changes, and maintaining confidentiality.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Minimum 4 shifts per month requirement
  • Weekend availability required
  • Lifting and transferring clients
  • Nutritious meal preparation
  • Observation and reporting of condition changes

Nice-to-have

  • Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills
  • Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to maximize resident abilities
  • Engagement with other care agencies

Key Requirements

  • Graduate of Personal Support Worker program or provincial equivalent (600 hours)
  • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification
  • Current First Aid certification
  • Complete Vulnerable Sector Check within six months
  • Experience working with seniors in community health services

Work Rights

Not specified

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