Personal Support Worker PSW

Personal Support Worker- (Part Time) At Foundation Health, we're committed to providing the best quality services to support our patients and customers in their health and wellness needs. This commitment includes supporting all of our team members however we can. Personal Support Workers with Foundation Health enjoy many perks. Perks Flexible schedules with part-time and casual Careers Company-sponsored health and dental benefits for you and your family Loyalty bonus after 600 hours Paid sick days Paid orientation and paid training Educational assistance program Employee referral programMonthly travel allowance  Foundation Health Job Description Personal Support Workers (PSWs) provide care to individuals who need assistance as they deal with the effects of aging, injury, surgery, or illness. Please note that this position is for agency staffing support and home care services.    The role will include:  Assisting clients with personal care such as bathing and dressing  Providing companionship  Taking clients for outings or exercise   Performing basic meal preparation  Performing light housekeeping duties such as washing dishes, taking out the garbage, doing patient's laundry, vacuuming and dusting  Providing respite while the primary caregiver is out of the home  Reminding clients about their medication  Taking clients to appointments or shopping  Being a part of the client's total care program  Act upon delegated tasks as required within your scope of practice  This role will be direct in clients home or at a care facility  Qualifications   Have one of the following qualifications:  Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate from a Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities or the Ministry of Education approved program  RN/RPN, Paramedic, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy student with a minimum successful completion of year one of the program  Holds a valid certificate as a Home Support Worker (level II or III), Health Care Aide, or Personal Attendant Holds a valid certificate as a Developmental Support Worker Internationally licensed Nurse, Midwife or Physician  The position may require daily travel of more than 30 minutes, so 100% must have a vehicle. Candidates without a vehicle will not be considered. Valid G2/G driver's license and access to a reliable carPhysical ability to stand, bend, walk, crouch, kneel and reach, ability to lift 50lbs (23 kg) independently, ability to assist clients with standing, walking, and sitting; ability to reposition clients in bed  Valid Standard First Aid and Level C CPR   Updated immunization records (including completion of a two-step tuberculosis test within the last 6 months) Clear criminal background check, and Vulnerable sector check are required upon hire Ability to interact with others in a caring, tactful and courteous manner  Proficient verbal and written English communication skills   Ability to use phone applicationsCandidate requires demonstrated experience and expertise in dementia care, encompassing compassionate support and understanding for individuals living with cognitive impairments Requirements Vulnerable Sector Check completed within the last six monthsSubmission of proof of three COVID vaccinationsTB test completed within 6 months to a yearImmunization recordUp-to-date CPR and First Aid certification About Foundation Health Foundation Health is a patient-focused healthcare company specializing in family medicine, allied health, home care, self-testing products ranging from pregnancy and fertility to COVID-19 and flu, and virtual care. Through our family medicine clinic in Etobicoke, we offer a range of different healthcare options for patients.   With a fun, friendly and results-driven culture, working with Foundation Health is an opportunity to be rewarded for your contributions to a growing company, while helping Canadians through a patient-centered care approach.  Equal Opportunity Employer  Foundation Health proudly celebrates the diversity in our country and amongst our staff. We strongly encourage applications from people of under-represented communities, including Indigenous, migrant, people of color and LGBTQ2S+ individuals.