Patient Care Assistant

1 week ago

Penetanguishene, Ontario, Canada Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care Full time

Remote Eligible:

  • No
Waypoint is currently seeking a Patient Care Assistant to join the Swing - AAP Unit.

As a member of the inter-professional team, the Patient Care Assistant will provide personal care and support to individuals with mental health needs, under the direction of, and in collaboration with, registered nursing staff.


Key Accountabilities:

  • Work under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or Registered Practical Nurse
  • Instruct, counsel, and assist patients in personal hygiene, life skills and encourage development of acceptable social behavior; provide basic direct care and support in activities of daily living e.g. health teaching, bathing, feeding, etc.
  • Assist with patient socialization and recreational activities at Waypoint and in the community.
  • Provide a safe, therapeutic environment for patients who are experiencing physical, cognitive, emotional and behavioral challenges.
  • Provide escorts of patients within and outside the facility as assigned
  • Managers have the right to assign additional duties and schedule alternate work locations based on operational requirements.
  • Performs all work at all times in compliance with all hospital policies and procedures and legislation (Occupational Health &Safety Act, Fire Code, WHMIS, etc.) relevant to health and safety, security (including relational/therapeutic security) and potential risk hazards, and in particular, "duties of the worker" as defined in Section 28 of the OH&S Act

Requirements/Qualifications:

  • Developmental Support Worker Diploma OR: Personal Support Worker Certificate (minimum of 600 joint classroom and practical experience hours)
OR successful completion of at least one year of a recognized Nursing Program (BScN or Practical Nursing) OR:
Successful completion of a post-secondary program in a relevant health-related field from a recognized educational institution.

  • Current Certification in CPR and First Aid would be a asset
  • Knowledge of personal support theory and procedures
  • Experience with basic patient care procedures (including mobility, hygiene and feeding) and the use of assistive devices
  • Recent and related experience working in a mental health facility or service is preferred
  • Recent experience with Patient Safety and Risk Management policies and standards, including all hospital codes and interventions
  • Results oriented work ethic to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives and deliver quality, consistent and timely results
  • Demonstrated leadership, conflict resolution, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Proven written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to adapt readily to change
  • Models and promotes core ethical practice, Waypoint Values (Caring, Respect, Accountability, Innovation), and reflects an optimistic and positive attitude
  • Preference for proficiency in French/English language
  • You must meet the requirements of our COVID19 Immunization Policy by providing proof of full vaccination, or a request and receipt of an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code, including a medical exemption.
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