DATE: May 29, 2025
LOCATION: Penetanguishene, ON – Back to Home Penetanguishene
COMPENSATION: $25.05/hr
VACANCIES:3
LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complex issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness. Serving 19,633 annually and providing 1,861 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontario’s largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice™ Award (NEOC) recipient
To help fulfill its mission, LOFT is hiring 3 Relief Personal Support Worker(s).
Job Summary:
The Personal Support Worker is responsible for rendering a range of services for the clients of the program consistent with its basic values and goals. The Personal Support Worker will support, as assigned, the needs of the vulnerable, at risk, older adults and seniors living in the multi-sites under the auspices of the program. This support relates to the physical, cognitive, mental health and social/recreational needs of the clients. The staff member will maintain the established routines of the program including all security, fire and general health and safety practices. The Personal Support Worker will perform these and other delegated responsibilities to ensure the quality of personal care of the clients of the program.
Back to Home Penetanguishene LOFT provides a compassionate and comprehensive assisted living solution for older adults grappling with complex mental and physical health challenges, including substance use, homelessness, dementia, and other neurological disorders. Our services cater to seniors aged 55 and above who require permanent subsidized housing with specialized assistance. Eligibility includes those designated as Alternative Level of Care (ALC) or at risk of being designated, and who need around-the-clock support to remain safely at home. Referrals are managed through Centralized Intake, with sources typically being hospitals in the North Simcoe Muskoka (NSM) region. Once referred, potential residents undergo an intake process by LOFT, which includes a facility tour and acceptance of the housing offer. Our facility possesses 27 beds, comprising 24 permanent and 3 transitional options, offering both private and shared accommodations. Additionally, we provide Hub and Spoke services, which are community-based support designed for those who, while able to live at home, need ongoing care with personal supports available 24/7. This system is supported through our existing Assisted Living buildings, ensuring that clients receive crucial support while remaining in their own homes. For those under 55 requiring significant assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), we consider cases on an individual basis, ensuring that every resident’s unique needs are met with tailored care.
What You Will Do
Support of the physical and mental health requirements of client
Establish a working rapport with clients that supports their dignity, encourages personal empowerment and facilitates addressing their psychosocial, behaviour management and medical needs.
Support clients with reminders related to taking their medications at the scheduled time(s) and in accordance with their physicians' instructions.
Adhere to residence/program established medication system procedures, including ordering, recording and reminding clients about the administration of their medication as well as the self- medication program.
Monitor and support clients with medical problems and illnesses, including cleaning areas which require immediate attention, i.e. linens, floor coverings, etc. for the comfort and support of the clients. Further, record illnesses and circumstances related to illness, and arrange for medical/emergency intervention in liaison with the Senior PSW and Program Manager.
Encourage and assist clients in the following activities of daily living:
laundering and ironing of personal clothing
dressing/undressing, and ensure clients are dressed appropriately,
personal hygiene including grooming, shaving, oral hygiene, nails and bathing.
ambulation, toileting and transferring support,
at mealtimes, meal preparation, serving, feeding, cutting food, etc.,
care for incontinent clients, make client's bed,
shopping.
As a means of promoting a normalized lifestyle, support clients with daily living chores such as bed making, dusting, sweeping and generally keeping their living space in a clean and orderly fashion.
Provide support with managing behaviours and problems arising from cognitive issues.
Provide social support in areas such as conversation, making phone calls, writing letters, facilitating interest in hobbies and other recreational activities.
Escort to medical appointments, visiting friends and other identified needs for social interaction in the community as needed.
Maintain current and accurate records of the provision of care services and document behaviours for individual clients in accordance with established procedures.
Participate in regularly scheduled meetings with clients and/or other members of the staff team for the purpose of developing goals of support for individual clients. Adhere to the goals and tasks developed.
Maintenance ad security, fire and general health and safety
In emergency situations, contact appropriate emergency services immediately. In addition, record all incidents using the appropriate forms. Contact with the Program Manager or designated person will be initiated in accordance with residence/program procedures and practices.
Interact with clients during the designated shift, where appropriate. In addition, a formal contact will occur daily to ensure client comfort and safety.
If a client is missing, record and follow up according to the program procedures.
Ensure equipment and supplies for personal support are readily available. Report any damage or need for repair to maintenance and the Program Manager.
Specific medical responsibilities ( at applicable sites)
Monitor the medication program, working directly with the physician, the pharmaceutical consultant, other Personal Support Workers and the Program Manager regarding any problem in the system.
Ensure the proper storage and recording of medication from the pharmacy, in consultation with the pharmacist and physicians.
Social/ Recreational Activities
Attend program co-ordination meetings and participate in planning activities, as required.
Maintain accurate records of program participants.
Keep appropriate staff informed of client absent for meals/medication items, because of special outings.
Ensure that equipment/supplies required are available and ready for use. Report any damage/need for maintenance on equipment to Senior PSW and Program Manager.
Actively participate in all planned program activities
Drive the van to transport the client(s) for outings as well as assume the leadership for the activity. As required and program specific.
Other responsibilities as delegated by the Services Coordinator or Program Manager.
Answer the telephone; convey messages to clients and staff and other related communication and clerical functions included in the operation of the residence, as required. In addition, to convey emergency calls from satellite sites to the person on-call.
Maintain the basic daily operation of the residence, in accordance with the residence/program procedures and practices, in the absence of the Program Director and other senior staff.
Initiate and coordinate emergency evacuation of the residence, in accordance with the residence/program procedures and practices, in the absence of the Program Director and other senior staff, as applicable.
Participate in clients' activities and meetings, staff meetings, training, sessions and the occupational health and safety committee.
Personal Support Workers will work rotating shifts and support the clients living at the multi- housing sites that are under the auspices of the program.
Accept other delegated assignments from the Senior PSW and/or Program Director that pertain to the overall operation of the program.
What You Bring
Must Haves
Post-secondary education in human services. This qualification may be met by, but not restricted to, a diploma or certificate from a recognized community college (Gerontology Worker Diploma, Personal Support Worker Certificate etc.)
Experience with vulnerable, older adults and seniors with unique special needs including cognitive impairments and/or mental health issues;
Knowledge of medication and general health and psychiatric conditions
First Aid and CPR training
Ability to organize activities and work with individuals and groups in the areas of assessment, problem solving and crisis management.
Ability to interact with clients in a positive and supportive manner.
Demonstrated ability to work with multi-disciplinary professionals and other staff in a team environment.
Good oral and written English skills.
Creativity and flexibility.
Computer skills are required.
Nice-to-Haves
Experience in social/recreational co-ordination preferred.
Possession of a valid Ontario Driver's License preferred.
Work Environment:
Physically able to perform demanding body mechanics (e.g. lifting, transferring, etc.)
Since the position involves working in client/client/member’s own homes, staff may be subjected to second hand smoke while performing their job duties.
In addition staff will be required to work rotating shifts as scheduled by the program.
What We Offer:
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Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness
Access to Perkopolis, a comprehensive corporate discount program
Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, you are encouraged to apply.
Note: A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.
CLOSING DATE: June 12, 2025
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