Personal Support Worker, Prorated, LTC - Sydenham 5

Job Code: 16188

Status: Prorated

Location: Providence Manor

Union: LiUNA

Wage: $23.04 - $24.06

Posting Period: March 7, 2025 - March 13, 2025

Ontario Health: Return of Service Incentive – Available to eligible PSW’s offered through Ontario Health

• $10,000 to recent PSW graduates in exchange for a 12-month commitment to work at Providence Manor.
• $5,000 to recent PSW graduates in exchange for a 6-month commitment to work at Providence Manor.
• Eligibility criteria available at Health Force Ontario PSW Incentive.
• For further information, please reach out to our Recruitment Team by calling 613-544-4900 ext. 53450 or by email at work@providencecare.ca.

The Personal Support Worker, under the direction of the Assistant Director of Care, Charge RN, RN or RPN, is the primary front-line monitor of resident well-being and reports any changes in resident status or concerns to the registered nursing staff. The PSW assists in the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care on assigned Resident Home Areas. Duties are discharged in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values of Providence Care Centre, the Resident’s Bill of Rights, and the requirements of the Long-Term Care Homes Act and Regulations. The PSW delivers basic nursing and hygiene care for residents and assists them with activities of daily living, based on assessed needs and care-plan requirements.

Skills And Qualifications Required

• Personal Support Worker Certificate from an approved college preferred (equivalent education and experience may be considered).
• Proven ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills coupled with the ability to work as a team player.
• Good attendance, good physical condition, including the ability to carry out physically demanding duties is essential.

Position Responsibilities

• Takes direction from Charge RN, RN or RPN regarding priority-setting and the delivery of care.
• Familiarizes self with the care plan of residents to whom she/he is assigned to provide care.
• Follows a consistent approach when interacting with residents who may exhibit difficult behaviours.
• Provides direct-care for residents as outlined in the written care plan or as requested by the resident. Direct care encompasses but is not limited to: assistance with activities of daily living; exercise, positioning and ambulation; bowel and bladder care; collection of specimens; any other care required to ensure resident safety and comfort.
• Assists residents with matters of personal hygiene and grooming, which may include: toileting, bathing, showering, shampooing of hair, basic nail care, pericare, oral care of mouth, teeth and/or dentures, shaving, combing and other care as stipulated in the resident’s care plan or as requested by the resident.

Why Work At Providence Manor

• A long-term care home with specialized care for dementia and veterans.
• Committed to a person and family-centred approach.
• Competitive salaries with benefits and vacation.
• Group Retirement Pension Plan.
• Corporate and Resident Home Area/service specific orientation for new hires.
• Focus of Healthy Workplace and Culture of Quality.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities.
• Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions.
• Located in downtown Kingston.