Personal Support Worker (PSW), In-Home Respite - Part-time 0.8

VON Canada

Hamilton, ON

Number of positions available : 1
Salary To be discussed
Part time
Permanent job
Published on June 18th, 2024
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Description

Requisition Details:

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Employment Status: Permanent, Part-time (0.8 FTE)

Program Name: In-Home Respite

Number of Bi-Weekly Hours: 60

Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Includes Weekends

Union/Bargaining Unit: OPSEU\u00A0

On Call: No

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Job Summary:

The successful candidates will be responsible for providing companionship, personal care and health maintenance services to clients in the In-Home Respite\u00A0Program\u00A0within the framework\u00A0of VON District Philosophy, policies and procedures, standards and application legislation.\u00A0Contributes to the fulfillment of the VON Mission Statement to develop /and/or promote programs to meet community needs. Provides programming in the home to support the wellbeing of clients and provide caregiver relief.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidates will be responsible for providing companionship, personal care and health maintenance services to clients , within the framework of VON's philosophy, policies, standards and legislation.

Qualifications:

Personal Support Worker Certificate or Developmental Service Worker Certificate
Current Standard First Aid Certificate
Current CPR Certificate
Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) training an asset.
Proven experience working with individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia's.
Working with Dementia Certificate or equivalent training in dementia care an asset
Ability to work flexible hours
Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal and organization skills
Ability to work independently and problem solve
Ability to adapt to change and work in various social and economic environments
Must have personal vehicle and possess both a current driver\u2019s license and proof of vehicle insurance
A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required upon the start of your employment
A vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required
Ability to speak French is an asset in French Designated areas
Any other duties as required
Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.

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Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants):\u00A0If you are applying to a unionized position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position(s).\u00A0 If the posting remains open after the initial deadline, VON may close the posting at its\u2019 discretion or a rolling deadline equivalent to the posting period specified in your Collective Agreement will be deemed, and each successive period will be treated as a separate posting for purposes of comparing seniority between candidates.