Personal Support Worker (psw) - Casual - Medex

Extendicare

Base: $27.51 - $29.12; bonus/equity: not specified...
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Personal support worker program graduate
Basic cardiac life support certification
First aid certification required
** Extendicare is seeking a Casual Personal Support Worker (PSW) to provide personal care and support to seniors, ensuring their well-being and safety. Candidates must have relevant training, experience working with seniors, and strong communication skills. The role offers opportunities for mentorship and advancement within a mission-driven organization. **

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.
  • Employees can expect continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning, and opportunities for advancement within the organization.
  • The role requires adherence to the plan of care, observation of resident conditions, and escalation of medical emergencies as appropriate.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Extendicare is seeking a Casual Personal Support Worker (PSW) to provide personal care and support to seniors, ensuring their well-being and safety. Candidates must have relevant training, experience working with seniors, and strong communication skills. The role offers opportunities for mentorship and advancement within a mission-driven organization. **

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Personal Support Worker program graduate
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support certification
  • First Aid certification required
  • Lifting and transferring clients
  • Minimum 4 shifts per month commitment

Nice-to-have

  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated organizational and time management
  • Experience with seniors in community health
  • Ability to maximize resident abilities
  • Cognitive and emotional support skills

Key Requirements

  • Graduate of PSW program (600 hours theory/practicum)
  • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification
  • Complete Vulnerable Sector Check within six months
  • Experience working with seniors in community health
  • Ability to perform lifting and transferring tasks

Work Rights

Not specified

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