Health Care Aide / Personal Support Worker Pool - Jobs in Niagara, ON

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DivisionLong Term Care HomesTemporary DurationApproximate Duration: May to September 2022. Being hired into this posting can potentially lead to employment beyond September.About UsWHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAMAt Niagara Region, we believe in a culture that recognizes and rewards employees who consistently demonstrate dedication, competence, and high-performing characteristics.Work-life balance is important to us at the Niagara Region. All employees are assigned to one primary long-term care location, with the opportunity to work in any of our other long-term care facilities in Fort Erie, Port Colborne, Welland, St. Catharines, Niagara-on-the Lake, Grimsby, and Niagara Falls.Niagara Region is committed to providing a work environment that is welcoming and inclusive for diverse staff and residents. We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process.Niagara Region believes that our long-term care homes should feel like any home should – warm, welcoming, safe, comfortable and affording our residents the ability to uphold their dignity while enjoying a quality lifestyle. If you share this same belief and are passionate about making a difference through providing exceptional health and personal care, this position is for you.To recognize, reward, and support our employees, we offer:

• Competitive wages and salaries
• Competitive benefits packages – including benefits for part-time employees!
• Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS), a Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Access to group home and auto insurance
• Flexible work arrangements
• Corporate Wellness Centre
• Wellness funds
• Discounted fitness memberships
• Employee and Family Assistance Program services
• Educational funding and subsidies to support current and/or future career opportunities
• A robust mentorship program with longer-term and shorter-term experiences
• Employee Recognition Program and peer-to-peer recognition programs

Please note that the Niagara Region requires that all newly hired employees are to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of being hired and provide proof of full vaccination, or provide proof of a bona fide medical or Human Rights Code exemption on a form issued from and approved by Niagara Region.Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARYUnder the supervision of registered nursing staff, assist with the care of residents in the long-term care homes in accordance with the philosophy, objectives, policies and procedures of Senior Services. Report observations and all signs and symptoms of change in a resident (emotional, physical and cognitive) to registered staff. Perform and collaborates as a member of the interdisciplinary team in accordance with the Long-Term Care Homes Act and the Roles and Responsibilities document.EDUCATION

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• Certificate from an approved Personal Support Worker (PSW) Course or a minimum of one year of successful completion of a recognized Registered Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse program, if currently enrolled.
• Training in Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of one month of current (within the last 3 years) experience in a long term care setting.
• Knowledge of resident/client safety issues and demonstrated capacity to apply resident/client safety practices.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must Good attendance record
• Physically and mentally capable of performing the duties of the job and have an excellent rapport with residents.
• Must be able and available to work all shifts, weekends, and statutory holidays, as required.
• In accordance with the Corporate Criminal Record Check Policy, the position requires the incumbent to undergo a Criminal Records Check and submit a Canadian Police Clearance Certificate including a vulnerable sector search.

Shift InformationThis position will require availability for all shifts (day, evening, night) including weekends and holidays. You must be willing and able to work up to 24 hours per week and declare a minimum availability of 32 hours per week.Other ConditionsSuccessful applicants will have one primary home location and also have the opportunity to work in our other long term care facilities listed below:

• Gilmore Lodge - Fort Erie
• Northland Pointe - Port Colborne
• Rapelje Lodge - Welland
• Woodlands of Sunset - Welland
• Linhaven - St.Catharines
• Upper Canada Lodge - Niagara on the lake
• Deer Park Villa - Grimsby
• Meadows of Dorchester - Niagara Falls

Conditions of offer include:

• obtaining a vulnerable sector police clearance that is less than 6 months old from date of hire
• satisfactory completion of Mantoux Baseline 1 and 2 Clearance (or chest x-ray)
• presenting educational qualifications - completion of High School and Personal Support Worker program OR be a student who is enrolled in an educational program for Registered Nurses (RN) or Registered Practical Nurses (RPN) in Canada
• satisfactory completion of a physical assessment

In order to be employed in our seniors division or any long term care facility, you must possess a current vulnerable sector police clearance that is less than 6 months old. Although it is at the candidates discretion, it is encouraged that you obtain a vulnerable sector police clearance due to the length of process time.Closing StatementUncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow’s challenges TODAY!Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your online application.We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.Quick Apply

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