Personal Support Worker (PSW, DSW, HSW, HCA) (RPT 0.5)

Employment Status: Permanent, Part Time (0.5 FTE)

Program: Chatham Home Support Program

Number of hours Bi-Weekly: 37.5

Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Weekends

Union/Bargaining Unit: SEIU

On-Call: No

Location(s): Blenhiem, Ridgetown, Erieau

The Personal Support Worker provides personal support and homemaking services to clients and families within the framework of VON policies, procedures, and standards. The PSW collaborates with members of the health care team in meeting the needs of clients to attain an optimal level of independence and well-being.

This position is eligible for the $3.00 per hour wage enhancement from the Ontario Government for all hours spent directly caring for clients.

• Observes and evaluates the client’s or family's home, personal situation, and care plan to determine if any changes are required.
• Contributes to the development of the personal support care plan under the direction of the Personal Support Program Manager.
• Implements changes to the care plan under the guidance of the Manager for safety and liability reasons.
• Reports any changes in the client’s or family's personal support needs to the supervisor.
• Performs personal support tasks reflecting the needs of the client and family.
• Provides personal care as directed by the Personal Support Program Manager.
• Provides simple bedside care, where required, under the direction of a nurse.
• Provides respite care to clients as required.
• Supports clients’ families by providing child care as required.
• Organizes daily activities under the direction of the Personal Support Program Manager.
• Completes daily call checks and other forms as required.
• Assesses the client's pattern of communication and ability to relate.
• Communicates with appropriate members of the health team regarding the management of the client's or family's needs.
• Functions and reports in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation.
• Other duties as assigned.

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

• Must have a certificate in Personal Support Worker program or diploma in Developmental Services Worker or Home Support Worker (Level II, III) 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.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Able to communicate effectively with clients and families.
• 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.

• 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).

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.

VON Canada is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and to providing accessibility accommodations for candidates who require them. If you are in need of accessibility support, please visit our website at http://www.von.ca/en/accessibility for further details.

If you are applying to a unionized position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position(s).