Personal Support Worker

Extendicare

Base: not specified; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
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Personal care and hygiene assistance
Observing and reporting resident condition changes
Assisting with transfers and ambulation
Extendicare is seeking a Personal Support Worker to provide personal care and support to seniors, ensuring adherence to care plans under supervision. The role requires relevant qualifications and experience in community health services, with a focus on enhancing residents' quality of life through compassionate care

Job Summary

  • The Personal Support Worker provides personal care and performs selected tasks within their knowledge under the direction of a supervisor while adhering to regulatory standards.
  • Key responsibilities include assisting residents with activities of daily living, observing and reporting changes in condition, and escalating medical emergencies as appropriate.
  • Extendicare offers continuous mentorship, career growth opportunities, a robust benefits package, and a rewarding work experience dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for seniors.

Matching Summary

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Extendicare is seeking a Personal Support Worker to provide personal care and support to seniors, ensuring adherence to care plans under supervision. The role requires relevant qualifications and experience in community health services, with a focus on enhancing residents' quality of life through compassionate care.

Salary

Base: Not specified; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Robust benefits package including Employee Family Assistance Program

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Personal care and hygiene assistance
  • Observing and reporting resident condition changes
  • Assisting with transfers and ambulation
  • Maintaining safe and clean environment
  • Providing cognitive and emotional support

Nice-to-have

  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
  • Customer focus and interpersonal skills
  • Understanding of resident needs maximization
  • Engagement with external care agencies

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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