Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Casual - Longfields Manor at Extendicare

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Personal Support, Care Planning, Documentation, Communication, Dementia Care, Palliative Care, Independent Work, Ambulation Assistance, Feeding Assistance, Bathing Assistance, Grooming Assistance, Emotional Support, Social Support, Spiritual Support, Teamwork, Compassion

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description The PSW/HCA/CCA provides direct personal support and care to patients to fulfil the physical, intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual needs of patients in accordance to polices, procedure and work routines. Assists in providing direct care such as ambulation, feeding, bathing and grooming. For Union Jobs, please refer to the collective agreement and provide the following additional information in the Job Description: Union Name: Union Local: Union Classification (Title): PSW / HCA as applicable Salary: As per Collective Agreement Access to reliable vehicle in community home care is required For both Non- Union and Union jobs, the below description will apply: Qualifications 1) Completed a PSW Program or HCA/CCA certification that meets the appropriate standards as required for the position 2) Experience in Long Term Care or community home care setting with exposure to dementia and palliative care is preferred 3) Knowledge and experience in care planning systems and documentation 4) Ability to communicate positively with other staff, residents/patients and families 5) Ability to provide care in accordance with application legislation, job routines, nursing care plans, ability to read and write English and understand verbal and written instructions in English 6) Experience working independently in Community Home Care is an asset Time Type: Part time When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences. If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare! Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada. We deliver quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population. We also provide management and consulting support through a range of services, including recruitment and building strong, qualified teams, to a network of independently owned long-term care and retirement homes. Our Mission “Helping People Live Better.” We help our residents and clients live better by promoting quality of life. We create remarkable moments through highly engaged and motivated team members. Stakeholders know this because we continuously measure, improve and publicly share our performance. Our Vision Our vision is to be the best senior care and services company in Canada. Our Values At Extendicare, we value our customers and our team who cares for them. We are committed to treating them with dignity and respect in an atmosphere of compassion. As health care professionals, we take pride in being responsive to the needs of those who rely on us. Customer Satisfaction. We strive to provide care and services to our customers which exceed their expectations. Excellence. We believe aspiring to excellence leads to continuous quality improvement in our provision of care to residents. Respect. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. Integrity. We believe in honesty and fairness in our relationships with others. Accountability. We believe we are accountable for the quality of services we provide to our customers. Communication. We listen to each other and foster open and honest communication. Teamwork. We believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. Environment. We believe that environmental issues should be integrated into business decisions that promote environmental protection, preservation, safety and a homelike atmosphere.

Responsibilities

The Personal Support Worker provides direct personal support and care to patients, fulfilling their physical, intellectual, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. This includes assisting with ambulation, feeding, bathing, and grooming in accordance with policies and procedures.