Patient Care Attendant

2 weeks ago


Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for MHS Full time

**JOB DESCRIPTION**

Reporting to the Clinical Manager, Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Centre is seeking a Forensic Patient Care Attendant (PCA). This position is within the Forensic Assessment and Rehabilitation Unit (FARU). FARU provides assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for individuals detained under the Ontario Review Board (ORB) or the courts who require a secure setting.

**Key Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Escorting and accompanying Forensic patients during off-unit privileges
- Monitoring and supervising Forensic patients in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
- Communicating patient information (i.e. mental status, overall presentation, etc.) to the clinical team
- Maintaining routine levels of patient observation
- Maintaining a safe and secure environment by performing security checks and unit searches
- Monitoring patients and visitor activities
- Assisting clinical staff with all tasks needed to uphold the functioning and therapeutic environment and of the unit

**Requirements**:

- Personal Support Worker Diploma
- Experience with psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery
- Experience supporting individuals with complex mental illness
- Knowledge of the unique experiences of marginalized communities and the impact on health outcomes
- The ability to work effectively with clients of diverse backgrounds and identities
- Experience utilizing patient care skills and techniques
- Knowledge of relevant policies and legislation, such as the Mental Health Act and Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA)
- Knowledge of safety procedures, crisis intervention, and de-escalation
- Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
- Proven good attendance record with the ability to maintain this same standard
- Ability to work variable hours based on patient demand
- Ability to perform the physical demands of the position

**PLEASE NOTE**: Although the current vacancy is for the Forensic Assessment Rehabilitation Unit (FARU), all Patient Care Attendants must have the ability to work in any area of the Forensic Program based on staffing needs.

Part-time employees who are scheduled through the CSSO will be expected to commit to a minimum of two weekends per six-week schedule.

Link to OPSEU Wage Table

Job Posting Closing**:Friday March 8, 2024**, please note any applicants after this closing date will **NOT** be considered

**This position is part of the OPSEU bargaining unit



  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for MHS Full time

    JOB DESCRIPTIONReporting to the Clinical Manager, Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Centre is seeking a Forensic Patient Care Attendant (PCA). This position is within the Forensic Assessment and Rehabilitation Unit (FARU). FARU provides assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for individuals detained under the Ontario Review Board (ORB) or the courts...


  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for MHS Full time

    JOB DESCRIPTIONOntario Shores Centre for Mental Health Centre is seeking a Patient Care Attendant (PCA) to work in our Forensic Program. The position being recruited for is within the Forensic Program which consists of a Secure Forensic Service, a General Forensic Service, and a Forensic Outpatient Service. The Secure Forensic Service, which consists of 3...


  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for MHS Full time

    JOB DESCRIPTIONOntario Shores Centre for Mental Health Centre is seeking a Patient Care Attendant (PCA) to work in our Forensic Program. The position being recruited for is within the Forensics Program, which consists of a Secure Forensic Service, which consists of 3 units providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation services for patients who are...


  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for MHS Full time

    **JOB DESCRIPTION** Reporting to the Clinical Manager, Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Centre is seeking a Forensic Patient Care Attendant (PCA). This position is within the Forensic Assessment and Rehabilitation Unit (FARU). FARU provides assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for individuals detained under the Ontario Review Board (ORB) or the...


  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Services Full time

    The Patient Care Attendant assists registered nursing staff in the provision of patient care based on the overall care requirements and circumstances, and assists in performing a variety of other support duties on the Patient Care Unit at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Partnered with and reporting to a specific...


  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for MHS Full time

    **JOB DESCRIPTION** Reporting to the Clinical Manager, Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Centre is seeking a Forensic Patient Care Attendant (PCA). This position is within the Forensic Assessment and Rehabilitation Unit (FARU). FARU provides assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for individuals detained under the Ontario Review Board (ORB) or the...


  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for MHS Full time

    **JOB DESCRIPTION** Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Centre is seeking a Patient Care Attendant (PCA) to work in our Forensic Program. The position being recruited for is within the Forensic Program which consists of a Secure Forensic Service, a General Forensic Service, and a Forensic Outpatient Service. The Secure Forensic Service, which consists...


  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for MHS Full time

    **JOB DESCRIPTION** Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Centre is seeking a Patient Care Attendant (PCA) to work in our Forensic Program. The position being recruited for is within the Forensics Program, which consists of a Secure Forensic Service, which consists of 3 units providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation services for patients who are...


  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for MHS Full time

    **JOB DESCRIPTION** Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Centre is seeking a Patient Care Attendant (PCA) to work in our Forensic Program. The position being recruited for is within the Forensics Program, which consists of a Secure Forensic Service, which consists of 3 units providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation services for patients who are...


  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for MHS Full time

    **JOB DESCRIPTION** Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Centre is seeking a Patient Care Attendant (PCA) to work in our Forensic Program. The position being recruited for is within the Forensics Program, which consists of a Secure Forensic Service, which consists of 3 units providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation services for patients who are...


  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for MHS Full time

    **JOB DESCRIPTION** Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Centre is seeking a Patient Care Attendant (PCA) to work in our Forensic Program. The position being recruited for is within the Forensics Program, which consists of a Secure Forensic Service, which consists of 3 units providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation services for patients who are...


  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for MHS Full time

    **JOB DESCRIPTION** Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences is seeking a Patient Care Attendant (PCA) to work in our Geriatric Dementia Unit (GDU). This unit provides specialized services for seniors over 65 years of age and older with a diagnosis of Dementia presenting with disruptive behaviour. **Requirements**: - Personal Support Worker...


  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Services Full time

    Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences is seeking a Patient Care Attendant (PCA). As a PCA, you will provide specialized care to patients with complex mental illnesses by using a recovery focused model of care, built upon compassion, inspiration and hope. To be an active and equal member of the interprofessional team. The assignment is in a new,...


  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for MHS Full time

    **Requirements**: - Personal Support Worker diploma. - Current CPR - Level HCP (Health Care Provider) - Demonstrated knowledge of patient care skills and techniques. - Demonstrated knowledge of relevant policies and legislation, such as the Mental Health Act and Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA). - Demonstrated ability to assist staff in...


  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for MHS Full time

    **JOB DESCRIPTION** Reporting to the registered nursing staff in charge, Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences is seeking a part-time Patient Care Attendant (PCA) to work in our Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) Clinic. This clinic provides Electroconvulsive Therapy to registered Ontario Shores inpatients and outpatients. The position will work...


  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for MHS Full time

    Partnered with and reporting to a specific assigned registered nursing staff: - Assist with patients’ activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, adequate nutrition, exercise, social activity and personal and environmental safety by: - assisting patient with self-care to include feeding, toileting, bathing, mouth care, clothing selection,...


  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Services Full time

    Qualifications Required and Preferred- Personal Support Worker diploma. - Current CPR - Level HCP (Health Care Provider) - Demonstrated knowledge of patient care skills and techniques. - Demonstrated knowledge of relevant policies and legislation, such as the Mental Health Act and Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA). - Demonstrated ability to...


  • Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for MHS Full time

    Partnered with and reporting to a specific assigned registered nursing staff: - Assist with patients’ activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, adequate nutrition, exercise, social activity and personal and environmental safety by: - assisting patient with self-care to include feeding, toileting, bathing, mouth care, clothing selection,...


  • Whitby, Canada Lakeridge Health Full time

    LAKERIDGE HEALTHPosition: Patient Care ManagerProgram: Healthy AgingDepartment: Geriatric Assessment and Rehabilitation Unit (GARU)/Restorative Care Unit (RCU), Continuing Care 4 East, and Continuing Care 4 WestStatus: Full TimeLocation: Lakeridge Health WhitbySalary: $ $62.26 per hourUNEXThis vacancy is open to all qualified applicants commencing March 1,...

  • Care Coordinator

    3 weeks ago


    Whitby, Canada Home and Community Care Support Services Central East Full time

    **Introduction**: Please note that this position is located in the Whitby, Point of Access (Hospital) program. **Position Summary**: This Care Coordinator will be responsible for assessing patient eligibility for services/long term care placement, assessing patient care needs, and planning and authorizing service delivery to patients that best meet the...