Personal Support Worker PSW (Cantonese Preferred)

at  Foundation Health LLC

PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER

At Foundation Health, we’re committed to providing the best quality services to support our patients and customers in their health and wellness needs. This commitment includes supporting all of our team members however we can. Personal Support Workers with Foundation Health enjoy many perks.

FOUNDATION HEALTH JOB DESCRIPTION

Personal Support Workers (PSWs) provide care to individuals who need assistance as they deal with the effects of aging, injury, surgery, or illness.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Have one of the following qualifications:
• Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate from a Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities or the Ministry of Education approved program
• RN/RPN, Paramedic, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy student with a minimum successful completion of year one of the program
• Holds a valid certificate as a Home Support Worker (level II or III), Health Care Aide, or Personal Attendant
• Holds a valid certificate as a Developmental Support Worker
• Internationally licensed Nurse, Midwife or Physician
• The position may require daily travel of more than 30 minutes, so 100% must have a vehicle. Candidates without a vehicle will not be considered.
• Valid G2/G driver’s license and access to a reliable car
• Physical ability to stand, bend, walk, crouch, kneel and reach, ability to lift 50lbs (23 kg) independently, ability to assist clients with standing, walking, and sitting; ability to reposition clients in bed
• Valid Standard First Aid and Level C CPR
• Updated immunization records (including completion of a two-step tuberculosis test within the last 6 months)
• Clear criminal background check, and Vulnerable sector check are required upon hire
• Ability to interact with others in a caring, tactful and courteous manner
• Proficient verbal and written English communication skills
• Ability to use phone applications
• Cantonese Preferred

REQUIREMENTS

• Vulnerable Sector Check completed within the last six months
• Submission of proof of three COVID vaccinations
• TB test completed within 6 months to a year
• Immunization record
• Up-to-date CPR and First Aid certification

Please refer the Job description for details