Personal Support Worker \'HCT\' eHomecare, Pediatric/Palliative, Nights/Weekends

Requisition Details:\u00A0 \u00A0Employment Status: Regular, Full-time (1.0 FTE)Program Name: eHomecareNumber of Hours Bi-Weekly: 80Work Schedule: Nights, WeekendsUnion/Bargaining Unit: CUPEOn Call:\u00A0YesLocation(s): Windsor Essex-CountyExisting Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.\u00A0Job Summary:\u00A0The Health Care Technician (HCT) provides direct hands-on care to patients in the patients\u2019 home under the direction of a Directing Registered Nurse (DRN). Within the eShift programs, the Care Technician provides enhanced personal support to a variety of patient populations in the community, including pediatric, palliative, complex care, and chronic disease management.\u00A0Training will be provided to support advanced skill sets and requirements.\u00A0This position is eligible for the $3.18 per hour wage enhancement from the Ontario Government for all hours spent directly caring for clients.Key Responsibilities:\u00A0Under the direction of the DRN the HCT observes and documents clinical data in the patient\u2019s electronic medical record as per VON guidelines.Under the direction of the DRN the HCT provides personal care to support activities of daily living and medication administration.Is in direct contact with the DRN through a virtual real time electronic monitoring system .In collaboration with the DRN contributes to the development and modification of a patient\u2019s care plan based on patient outcomes observed and reported directly to the DRN .Under the direction of the DRN will identifies if additional resources are required in the home e.g. home support, and coordinates required needs with the eShift office on scheduling.Communicates and collaborates with the family/care giver of the patient to ensure a positive patient experience under the direction of the DRN.Common Responsibilities:Promotes the goals and values of VON and their role as an integrated community care provider.Promotes a safe and healthy workplace ensuring workplace conduct and activities are in accordance with the provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and compliant with the VON Safety Management System, including all Policies, Safe Work Practices and Procedures.Abides by all VON policies and work practices.Abides by all confidentiality and protection of personal information policies, regulations and practices and ensures appropriate safeguards are in place within their role.Works in collaboration with other staff in a team approach to service delivery.External and Internal Relationships:\u00A0Frequently communicates and interacts with Registered Nurses.Engages with clients and client\u2019s family members.Communicates directly with the eShift administrative support staffEducation, Designations and Experience:Personal Support Worker (PSW) certification.Developmental Support Worker (DSW) certification will be considered.One (1) to two (2) years\u2019 experience as a PSW.Current CPR and First Aid certification.Demonstrated knowledge of fundamentals of Palliative Care- Level I (course completion or a commitment to take the next available course within the first year of employment).Experience in Palliative or acute care (hospital) preferred.AHPCE course completion is an asset.Skill Requirements:\u00A0Ability to learn and demonstrate competency for additional hands on clinical skill required to support a patient\u2019s activities of daily living (e.g. subcutaneous medications, G-Tube feeds and flushes, bladder irrigation)Ability to adjust to working in different social and economic environments.Awareness of community resources.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Demonstrated basic observation and problem-solving skills.Experience in, and aptitude for, ongoing skills training as well as the ability to implement learned skills and behaviors.Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team, take direction well and to work independently.Other:\u00A0Must have access to a personal vehicle for business use and possess both a current driver\u2019s license and proof of vehicle insurance.Willingness to travel to neighboring communities.Current criminal background check including a vulnerable sector screen.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.\u00A0Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants): If 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). 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.\u00A0