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Personal Support Worker / Attendant
Permanent Full-Time Days (x1) – 75 Hours Bi-Weekly
Permanent Permanent Part-Time Days (x4) – 15 – 45 Hours Bi-Weekly
3+ Month Contract Part-Time Overnights (x1) – 30 Hours Bi-Weekly
Casual Positions Available
Our Values: Care and Compassion, Empowerment, Innovation, Respect and
Inclusivity
Who we are:
ILS is an Ontario Health funded not for profit agency providing support and
services to adults wishing to live independently in their homes. Through our
programs and services, we are able to assist adults living with permanent
physical disabilities and seniors aging at home lead independent, dignified, and
productive lives.
What you would be doing:
Reporting to the Supervisor of Client Services, ILS Attendants provide high
quality support services that enable clients to live independently, within their
community. Under limited supervision, this role includes assisting clients in
their homes with non-medical activities of daily living (ADLs), and instrumental
activities of daily living (IADLs) as required and as outlined in the client’s
individual service plan, under the direction of the client.
Required Qualifications:
- Personal Support Worker Certification, RN, RPN, DSW or a minimum of 3000
hours demonstrated work experience in community care/long-term
care/healthcare setting.
- Current First Aid and CPR level C Certification, successful Vulnerable Sector
Check.
- Reliable personal vehicle and valid driver’s license to travel to and from
client homes.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work
effectively with a wide range of clients and partners in a diverse community.
- Knowledge of issues concerning physical disabilities and/or age-related
conditions.
- Highly organized and excellent time management skills.
- Demonstrated client service focus.
- Demonstrated conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of behaviour management principles.
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant health & safety legislation.
- Comfortability in using related equipment including technology (smart phone).
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of information & respect
privacy laws.
- Strong ethical standards and understanding of professional boundaries.
- Knowledge of and abilities in transferring, lifting, bowel and bladder
routines and other Attendant care duties. (would be an asset).
Total Compensation:
Pay: $25.76/hourly
Benefits: Weekend & Overnight Shift Premiums - Paid Travel Time & Mileage - RRSP
match Paid Vacation & Sick Days -
$1,000 Signing Bonusconditions apply
In keeping with our continuing efforts towards greater representation, we
welcome applicants with relevant lived experience and candidates with a broad
reflection of identities including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC),
2SLGBTQI+, age, abilities and socioeconomic background.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA),
ILS provides accommodation, accessible formats, and communication supports at
all stages of the hiring process. We ask applicants to make their needs known in
advance by contacting jobs@ilssimcoe.ca or phoning (705) 737-3263.
ILS offices are located in Simcoe County. We acknowledge that the land on which
we work in is the traditional territory of the Anishinaabek Nation. The Wendat
and the Haudenosaunee Nations have also walked on the territory over time. We
acknowledge the enduring presence of Indigenous people and are grateful to have
the opportunity to be present in the territory.
Please note, only successful candidates will be contacted.
