Key Responsibilities:
Assume responsibility for provision of Quality Resident Care on the resident home area (RHA) as per PCH’s policies and accountability framework
Support residents/families by communicating with them and involving them in the provision of their own care when possible
Participate in all aspects of personal resident care to ensure the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of each resident/family are met under the direction of the Registered Staff and/or Director of Resident Care
Utilize therapeutic communication by establishing a working relationship with resident/families and co-workers for the purpose of meeting the resident’s needs, ensuring respect, dignity, individuality of each resident and staff member
Deliver effective and efficient resident-focused care that promotes resident/family choices and acknowledges the resident’s strength, limitations as well as their need for safety
Participate with other team members in formulating, delivering and reporting the daily resident care needs and preferences as per the individual’s plan of care
Participate in continuous quality improvement of the RHA and associated care services
Participate in mandatory education/training in-services for skill development and updates on new and/or relevant information on best practices
Qualifications:
Current Personal Support Worker Certificate from a recognized institute
Completion of six-hundred and forty (640) hours in PSW curriculum
Minimum 1 year experience in a Long-Term Care setting an asset
Knowledge of Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOHLTC) standards
Ability to work well with others in a team approach and adapt to changing situations
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary stressful environment
Excellent communication skills (written and oral), interpersonal skills and computer literacy
Ability to demonstrate an anti-oppression approach to practice
Job Requirements:
PSW Diploma/Certificate
Valid First Aid & CPR Certification
Must present a clear Vulnerable Sector Check (completed in the last 6 months)
Completed 2-Step TB Test
Must be available to work weekends and statutory holidays