Personal Support Worker (PSW, DSW, HSW, HCA), Evenings (RPT 0.8)

Requisition Details

Employment Status: Permanent, Part-Time (0.8 FTE)

Program Name: Home Support Program

Work Schedule: Evenings, Weekends

Biweekly Hours: 60

Union/Bargaining Unit: LiUNA

On-Call: No

Existing Vacancy: Yes – we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position. Are you a PSW who graduated in Ontario on or after April 1, 2023? You may qualify for the Personal Support Worker Return of Service (PSW ROS) through Health Force Ontario. This program provides a $10,000 incentive to eligible PSWs in exchange for a 12-month commitment at a full-time work schedule to an eligible employer. Click here for more information: Health Force Ontario.

Job Summary: The Personal/Home Support Worker provides personal support and homemaking services to clients and families within the framework of VON policies, procedures, and standards. The PSW/HSW collaborates with members of the health care team in meeting the needs of clients to attain an optimal level of independence and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Observes and evaluates the client's or family's home, personal situation, and client and family care plan to determine if any changes to the personal support care plan are required and whether the client's and family's needs have been met. Advises supervisor accordingly.
2. Contributes to the development of the personal support care plan under the direction of the Personal Support Program Manager.
3. Implements changes to the care plan under the guidance of the Manager for safety, liability, and financial reasons.
4. Reports verbally to the immediate supervisor or Personal Support Program Manager any changes in the client's or family's personal support needs or home situation necessitating a change in the personal support care plan.
5. Performs personal support tasks reflecting the needs of the client and family, including light cleaning, preparation of nutritious meals, care of clothes, and monitoring household safety.
6. Provides personal care as directed by the Personal Support Program Manager or immediate supervisor.
7. Provides simple bedside care, where required, under the direction of a nurse.
8. Provides respite care to clients as required.
9. Supports clients' families by providing childcare as required.
10. Organizes each day's activities, setting priorities for personal support and other activities under the direction of the Personal Support Program Manager or an immediate supervisor.
11. Completes daily call checks and other forms as required.
12. Assesses the client's pattern of communication and ability to relate.
13. Communicates with appropriate members of the health team regarding the management of the client's or family's needs.
14. Functions and reports in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation and VON policies and procedures.
15. Other duties as assigned.

External And Internal Relationships:

• Engages frequently with the immediate supervisor or Personal Support Program Manager on any needed changes to client plans.

Education, Designations And Experience:

• High school diploma.
• Secondary school education is preferred.
• CCA Certification is required in Nova Scotia.
• Must have a certificate in Home Support Worker (Level I, II, III), Personal Support Worker program, or Health Care Aide.
• Must have a current Standard First Aid Certificate or CPR level C Certificate, if applicable.
• Some household management experience and experience working with elderly or ill individuals or children.

Skill Requirements:

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Able to communicate effectively with clients and families in a clear and respectful manner.
• Good assessment skills.
• Awareness of community resources.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team or independently.
• Able to take direction well.
• Ability to adjust to different social and economic environments.
• The capacity to adhere to strict confidentiality.

Other:

• Must have access to a personal vehicle for work and possess a current driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance.
• A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check.
• A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or a Child Abuse Registry Check may be required.
• Available to work flexible hours.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Attention to detail; Lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques; Bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch using good body mechanics; Walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; hand movements.