Support Worker

1 month ago

Blind River, Canada March of Dimes Canada Full time

**You’ll feel great about a career with March of Dimes Canada**

At March of Dimes Canada, **our collective work matters.** As a leading national charity backed by a history of more than 70 years of impact, we’re dedicated to being Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide.

Our Community Support Services (CSS) team provides essential services that enable our clients to thrive. Whether their disability is physical, the result of brain injury, or aging, our more than 2,000 team members assist clients in their homes and across communities, to live as independently as possible.

**No PSW Certificate? No Problem**

We understand that the right attitude and passion are key to delivering great care. That's why we're offering on-the-job training, so you don't need to have a Personal Support Worker certificate to apply. If you're eager to learn, we will provide all the training and support necessary to succeed in this role.

**The opportunity**

We are currently looking to fill a **Part Time** Position as PSW/Support Service Attendant/ role in in our Northeast region - Blind River. Less than 30 hours per week.

Starting wage is **$22.52** per hour. This position already includes the $3.00 per hour wage enhancement from the Ontario government for hours spent directly supporting clients (starting $19.52).
- **Valid drivers licence, proof of insurance, and reliable vehicle required.**_

**Responsibilities**
- Assists consumers in their own homes with non-medical activities of daily living in accordance with individual service plans and with March of Dimes Canada policies and procedures:

- Personal care
- Dressing/grooming
- Rising/retiring routines
- Incontinence care (upon training)
- Meal preparation and feeding
- Range of motion exercises
- Light housekeeping duties
- Lifts and transfers (upon training)
- Performs duties in a professional manner, which respects the dignity and right to privacy and maintains consumer and staff health and safety.

March of Dimes Canada provides 24-hour attendant care to its clients. Support Services Attendants work a variety of shifts (i.e., weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays) that vary between locations.

**Qualifications and experience**
- **Valid driver’s license and/or reliable transportation required**:

- Grade 12 Diploma is a requirement and/or PSW certificate
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification or the ability to obtain within 3 months of employment
- Experience working with people with physical disabilities, experience/knowledge/understanding of Independent Living, or Client based care
- Knowledge of and abilities in transferring, lifting, bowel and bladder routines and other attendant care duties
- Good interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills, including de-escalation techniques
- Physical Demands Self Analysis Required upon hire
- Professionalism in dealing with team members and other service providers
- Ability to speak, read, and write English
- Ability to work flexible and regularly scheduled hours

**How to apply**

Please submit your resume by **December 15, 2024.**

**Questions about working at March of Dimes Canada?**

Whether starting or advancing your career with us, you’ll feel great knowing that you’re:

- Contributing to our important mission**:creating real change for people with disabilities**:

- Joining a **leading national charity** with a history of impact and a future full of possibility
- Enjoying **industry-leading employment incentives and benefits**:

- Supported in your **professional growth, development, and success**:

- Included in our **empathetic and supportive work culture**

Learn more about why we’re a great employer at **marchofdimes.ca/careers.**

**We value the health & safety of our employees**

MODC is committed to ensuring a healthy and safe work environment. We encourage all current and prospective employees to receive Covid-19 vaccinations and booster doses as recommended by Public Health. This reflects our dedication to safeguarding the health and wellbeing of our workforce.

**Need accommodations? We're here to help**

**Our Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity, and Inclusion (READI) approach**

MODC is dedicated to building and advancing an inclusive and welcoming culture. It’s also why we’re focused on attracting, retaining, and supporting diverse people. Thanks to our progressive practices, team members of all abilities and backgrounds are encouraged to access the opportunities and supports they need to grow, thrive, and succeed. Our READI approach is rooted in our shared belief that championing equity and empowering ability starts by investing in our team members— and in our shared culture — so that we all feel included, safe, and confident at work every single day.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: From $22.52 per hour

Work Location: In person

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