Personal Support Worker (Up To 12) (Ppt) (Seiu 19.23)

Scope of Position:

Under the direction and supervision of the Registered Staff and as a member of the multidisciplinary care team, to provide and assist Residents with daily personal care using a Resident centred model, being aware of the whole persons’ emotional, physical, intellectual, cultural and spiritual needs.

Position Description:

• Participate in annual mandatory education as per MOHLTC regulations as well as in-service educational opportunities
• Report any maintenance/safety requirements and/or shortages of equipment/supplies required to complete his/her work to the Registered Staff
• Undertake all duties and responsibilities in compliance with Health and Safety standards, guidelines and legislation
• Maintain awareness (at all times) of emergency procedures; participate in drills and associated educational opportunities
• Attend at and/or provide information to the following: interdisciplinary team meetings, Nursing Department meetings and Nursing report sessions with Registered Staff
• Be aware of and comply with all Corporate and home policies and procedures
• Complete required documentation
• Participate as a team member in providing Resident centred care and service
• Clean specified nursing / Resident equipment
• Provide daily personal care for the Residents, using a personal centred model.
• Observe and report any changes in the Resident’s needs to the Registered staff
• To adhere to infection control policies, procedures, protocols, routines and additional practices as required
• Maintain confidentiality at all times

Requirements

Knowledge and Experience:

• Graduate of the Personal Support Worker Certificate Program
• Previous experience in a long term care home an asset
• Grade 12 graduation or equivalent
• Or equivalent to the above, must meet Section 47 of Long Term Care Home Act – Qualifications of Personal Support Workers
• Gentle Persuasive Approach Certificate would be considered an asset;
• Point Click Care experience an asset

Skill and Abilities:

• Good communication skills (both oral and written)
• Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment, and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Ability to work collectively and with cooperation to achieve quality care for the Residents of the home and as a team member, accept mutual accountability for the quality of care provided
• Ability to operate general office equipment, Resident lifting and assistive devices, and general medical equipment
• Good interpersonal skills

Benefits

Position: Personal Support Worker (up to 12)

Status: Permanent Part Time

Employee Group: SEIU 1 Canada

Salary: $25.777 - $26.910 per hour (2022 rates) ($1 less per hour for probationary period)

Note: The wage range noted above is as per the SEIU collective agreement and does not include any provincial legislated incentives, currently at $3 per hour worked.

Department: Norview Lodge

Division: Health and Social Services

Reports To: Supervisor, Nursing and Personal Care

Location: Norview Lodge, Simcoe

Posting Period: July 21, 2023 to August 21, 2023

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The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Successful applicants are required to provide the Employer with a current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector where required and verification of education.

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.