Personal Support Worker (PSW)(Servicing North York)(Must be a Driver)

at  Home Concierge Limited Partnership

ABOUT US:

Home Concierge provides personalized care to our members in their own home. Founded in 2019 Home Concierge is a fast-paced high growth company with a growing team of entrepreneurial leaders seeking to revolutionize what service excellence means in the private-pay, home care space.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO QUALIFY?

• Must be a graduate from a recognized Personal Support Worker program, Health Care Aide Program, or an International Educated Nurse
• Level 1 First Aid, CPR / AED Certificate.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must be able to walk, sit and stand for an extend period of time
• Must be able to bend, reach and lift
• Must be able to carry and transport object of various sizes up to 25 lbs.
• Recent experience working with geriatrics, long-term care, or home services required.
• Excellent relationship building skills and the ability to engage and support the seniors you care for – experience caregiving / fostering relationships with seniors is a plus
• Excellent communicator, resilient, & flexible to meet the changing priorities
• Ability to resolve contentious or sensitive issues or situations independently
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of client information
• Own a smartphone
• Valid G class drivers’ license, valid automobile insurance
• Familiarity with retirement industry resources is considered an asset
• Must be available for a minimum of 10 hours a week

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As a Personal Support Worker, you will follow a personal care plan aimed at supporting the independence of our members. You will assist with the activities of daily living that include everything from personal care, to grooming and exercise.
The members receiving care are predominantly seniors who want to live and age at home. You may also provide care to youths and younger adults. The care is provided in shifts of 1 hour or more and you must be able to commute throughout the Greater Toronto Area may be required to travel to more than one location during the working day.
Hourly Rate: $19.13 - $21.93

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Caring for members in their own homes.
• Responsible for assisting with activities of daily living (ADL), including personal hygiene and basic care.
• Observe and report any changes in the member’s status to the Concierge and Director of Operations.
• Supporting members in additional areas such as meal prep, laundry, changing sheets, vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, mopping, etc.
• Participating with member in customized activities
• Escorting seniors to appointments or to the grocery store (transportation would be coordinated).