Requisition Details:
Employment Status: Casual
Program Name: Adult Day Care
Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Nights
On-Call: No
Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing
vacancy in this position.
Job Summary:
The Personal Support Worker provides personal support and homemaking services to
clients and families within the framework of VON policies, procedures,
standards. The PSW collaborates with members of the health care team in meeting
the needs of clients to attain an optimal level of independence and well-being.
This position is eligible for the temporary $3.18 per hour wage enhancement from
the Ontario Government for all hours spent directly caring for clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Observes and evaluates the client’s or family's home, personal situation and
client and family care plan to determine if any need for change in the
personal support care plan is required and whether the client’s and family’s
needs have been met. Advises supervisor accordingly.
- Contributes to the development of the personal support care plan under the
direction of the Personal Support Program Manager. The written Care Plan is
completed with information collected from the funder, the Manager and the
client or family.
- Implements changes to the care plan under the guidance of the Manager for
safety, liability and financial reasons.
- Reports verbally to the immediate supervisor or Personal Support Program
Manager any changes in the client’s or family's personal support needs or
home situation necessitating a change in the personal support care plan.
- Performs personal support tasks reflecting the needs of the client and
family. Tasks may include light cleaning, preparation of nutritious meals,
care of clothes, shopping for the client as required, and monitoring and
maintaining household safety.
- Provides personal care as directed by the Personal Support Program Manager or
immediate supervisor, including assisting the client in walking, climbing or
descending stairs, getting into and out of bed, eating, dressing and other
matters of personal hygiene.
- Provides simple bedside care, where required, under the direction of a nurse.
- Provides respite care to clients as required.
- Supports clients’ families by providing child care as required to allow for
family relief.
- Organizes each day’s activities, setting priorities for personal support and
other activities under the direction of the Personal Support Program Manager
or an immediate supervisor.
- Completes daily call checks, and other forms as required, to maintain the
effective and efficient operation of the personal and home support service.
- Assesses the client's pattern of communication and ability to relate.
- Communicates with appropriate members of the health team regarding the
management of the client's or family's homemaking, physical, and emotional
needs and informs an immediate supervisor or Manager of any changes or
concerns.
- Functions and reports in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety
legislation, regulations, and VON policies and procedures.
- Functions in accordance with VON's risk management policies, procedures,
practices and guidelines designed to promote and protect client safety.
- Other duties as assigned.
External and Internal Relationships:
- Engages frequently with the immediate supervisor or the Personal Support
Program Manager on any needed changes to client plans and other relevant
information.
Education, Designations and Experience:
- High school diploma.
- Secondary school education is preferred.
- CCA Certification is required in Nova Scotia.
- Must have certificate in Home Support Worker (Level I, II, III), Personal
Support Worker program or Health Care Aide.
- Must have a current Standard First Aid Certificate or CPR level C
Certificate, if applicable to the work being performed.
- Some household management experience and experience working with elderly or
ill individuals or children.
Skill Requirements:
- Strong communication skills, both verbally and written
- Able to communicate effectively with clients and families in a clear and
effective manner that demonstrates respect, empathy and understanding
- Good assessment skills
- Awareness of community resources
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team or independently as
required
- Able to take direction well
- Ability to adjust to working in different social and economic environments
- Communicating in a clear and effective manner, demonstrating respect, empathy
and understanding
- The capacity to adhere to strict confidentially
Other:
- Must have access to a personal vehicle for work and possess both a current
driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance
- A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check
- A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or a Child Abuse Registry Check may be
required
- Available to work flexible hours
- Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented
approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting,
carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other
movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are
required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some
tasks requiring fine hand movements.
