Personal Support Worker (Psw) - Urgently Needed In Ottawa, Vanier Area

Personal Support Workers (PSW) – In-Home Community Care

Position : Full Time

Location: Ottawa, Vanier Area

The Choice Team has over a decade of experience serving families in the Ottawa area. From companionship services through complex care, we help families by delivering customized and well-rounded care that honours their wish to stay home safely. No matter the situation, we will always be here for you.

Team Choice is looking for reliable, dedicated and compassionate caregivers to join our team.

We are currently seeking PSW’s, HSW's, HCA's and Foreign Trained Nurses to provide exceptional in home care for our clients using their acquired skills and are willing to travel to see patients within their community (Locations require access to a vehicle and a valid driver’s license). Become an active member in planning for your client’s care with the assistance of the nurse manager. Team Choice is seeking individuals who want to bring joy to clients, offering the best quality of life. If that is important to you then Team Choice wants you to join our family!

Team Choice Offers

• Competitive compensation with annual raises
• A safe and comfortable work environment/PPE
• Amazing referral bonuses – it’s our way to say thank you for adding to our exception team
• Live 24/7 nurse and scheduling support while on shift
• CAA roadside assistance program and buyer discount program
• FT and PT schedules available – this way we can build your schedule based on your availability
• PAID orientation
• Continuous training and support to build your skills and increase career opportunities
• Caregiver/Client matching system to ensure needs will be mutually met as per culture, temperament, skills and experience
• RRSP matching program

Duties and Responsibilities: Include, but are not limited to, assisting with daily activities, personal care, assisting with mobility, light housekeeping, effective reporting and creating activity plans.

Qualifications

• Able to proficiently communicate in English (verbal and written)
• Current CPR/First Aid Certificate
• Must have high energy and excellent communication skills
• Negative TB skin test or chest x-ray (completed within the past 12 months) - Required
• Ability to speak other languages is considered an asset
• Have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Personal Support Worker certificate or equivalent (HSW, HCA, RPN, RN, foreign trained health professional) - Required
• Previous experience as a PSW
• Valid police vulnerable sectors check (completed within the past 12 months) - Required
• Access to internet/mobile phone
• Proof of Covid-19 Vaccinations