Personal Support Worker - Assisted Living Services (Part-Time) - Jobs in Scarborough, ON

Job Description

Mission Statement:: Understand the aspirations of seniors and respond with innovative supports.Vision Statement:: Building inclusive communities where all seniors are connected to living their best possible life.Position: : Personal Support Worker - Assisted Living Services (Evening and Night Shifts)Hours of Work:: Variable based on client demandReports to: :Assisted Living ManagerDate posted:: September 23, 2022Deadline: : Until position is filledPosition Summary::The Personal Support Worker is responsible for providing personal support services to Assisted Living clients at the SPLC Assisted Living Services sites to support clients’ independence and maintain a safe living environment.Responsibilities::1. :Provides personal support services to Assisted Living Services clients:

• Provides personal care related activities of daily living; bathing, washroom assistance, changing incontinence products, dressing, personal hygiene, grooming and dental care according to service plan
• Collects Support Worker’s Assignment Binder with a list of clients being served and provides personal support care at the appropriate time
• Assists with applying and maintenance of incontinence supports such as diaper, urine bag, condom, etc. and measures and records drainage if required
• Assists with cleaning and personal hygiene assistance after client incontinence
• Assists with transferring, positioning of client, meal preparation, set-up and eating
• Assists client with exercise programs under the direction of a health care professional when authorized by supervisor, including walking with the client
• Performs housekeeping tasks as scheduled and according to the care plan
• Cues and prompts client to participate in and be independent as possible with their own activities of daily living
• Reminds clients to take medications, at the appropriate time

• Responds to medical emergencies and notifies supervisor immediately

2.: Documents services and reports concerns and occurrences :

• Reports to manager about any changes in the client’s physical, emotional, mental status and ongoing client service requirements
• Reports to manager and documents any concerns related to the services, the client’s well-being and/or potential health and safety hazards
• Identifies and reports any safety concerns / issues or cases that need follow-up to manager immediately

3. Administrative support:

• Provides support to coordinate the schedule of other team members if needed
• Provides other administrative support as needed

Education::

• Personal Support Worker Certificate
• Valid First Aid and CPR

Experience & Skills::

• Experience working with frail or cognitively impaired seniors in a health care setting
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to physically assist seniors with sitting, standing and bending.
• Ability to write clear and concise client notes in English
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and the knowledge and sensitivity to work in a culturally diverse environment
• Ability to speak a second language an asset

Others::

• Physician’s medical assessment required (A TB test form will be provided)
• Must be available to work on evening and overnight shifts
• Vulnerable Sector screening required
• Proof of full COVID-19 Vaccination or Medical Exemption Certificate required

What to expect when you join SPLC:

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits.
• Rewarding career that supports meaningful work in our communities.
• Training and Professional Development opportunities.
• Healthy and safe working environment
• Paid sick and personal days
• Pension Plan

Senior Persons Living Connected is a diverse work environment. We encourage applications from all persons, including persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided if needed in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act.While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.Quick Apply

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