Support Worker

at  Homewood Health Inc

Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.
We have an immediate, rewarding career opportunity for a Support Worker to join our great team at Ravensview, part of Homewood Health, the national leader in mental health and addictions treatment in Canada.

• Provide care for patients according to the care plan, observe and report unsafe conditions and behavioral, physical, and/or cognitive changes
• Perform delegated tasks according to training and procedures
• Complete and maintain related records and documentation such as communication books and progress reports
• Respond safely to resolve crisis situations and non-judgmentally to problematic behaviour.
• Help develop and implement service plans and be a strong advocate for the patient
• Act in a manner that respects the customs, individuality, values and spiritual beliefs of the patient
• Ensure the safety of patients, staff and visitors by maintaining knowledge and adherence to infection control, emergency response and established policies and procedures
• Contribute to maintaining a clean and orderly work environment and comply with infection control practices
• Escalate medical emergencies to supervisor or emergency medical services as appropriate
• Identify and participate in the elimination of hazards in the work environment
• Complete incident / accident reports and occupational health and safety reports as required