Personal Support Worker (PSW)

• Job Description Summary
  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: SEIU
  Union Local: Port Hope
  Union Classification (Title): PSW / HCA as applicable
  
  Salary: As per Collective Agreement
  
  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
• Job Description
  Personal Support Worker (PSW)

  At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our PSW team, you will provide direct care to residents in accordance with policies, procedures and work routines.

  This position is for our Extendicare Port Hope Home, located in Port Hope, ON

  Available opportunities include: Part-Time/Casual; Evening/Night shifts

  Extendicare is pleased to partner with HealthForceOntario (HFO) as an approved employer for the PSW Return Of Service (PSWROS) which provides a $5,000 retention bonus to eligible PSWs in exchange for a 6-month, full-time commitment.

  What you’ll be doing

  • Assist residents with mobility, feeding, bathing, toileting and personal grooming
  • Encourage resident participation in activities and programs
  • Provide emotional and social support to residents and families

  What you bring

  • PSW certification
  • Able to perform physical tasks and duties, including frequent bending, reaching and lifting
  • Compassion, professionalism, and respect
  • Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English

  What you’ll get

  • Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
  • A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others
  • Employee Perks and Recognition Programs
  • Robust benefits package

  Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

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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.