Personal Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Whitby, Canada Qualicare Whitby Full time

**Come join our Team****

Qualicare Whitby is an employer of choice for those who love improving the quality of life for others. **We were voted the #1 Home Care Company in Durham Region in the 2020 Readers Choice Awards**, and maintain one of the LOWEST CAREGIVER TURNOVER RATES **We make our team's needs a priority.**

Qualicare Whitby is locally owned and managed by a nurse who has 23+ years of dementia, palliative and community care experience. We not only provide consistent, individual attention to ensure our clients and their families get the best care possible, but we are always available to support our care team.

**We are hiring a PSW/DSW/SSW/HCA to visit clients for 1-2 hour visits for afternoon/evening and every other weekend shifts in the Whitby/Oshawa area**. Mileage will be paid for travel.**

**We care for YOU, because you care for THEM**

**Qualicare offers**:

- Competitive Compensation ($20/hour +$3/hour government pandemic pay for government funded clients for as long as the government is providing compensation)
- Flexible work schedule
- Live 24/7 scheduling support while on shift
- Continuous training and support to build your skills and increase career opportunities
- Travel and Mileage policy
- A supportive and respectful workplace

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
This position is for a visiting PSW, providing in-home care for one hour per visit. Must be comfortable travelling to and from clients’ homes throughout the day within the community. Care includes: assisting with mobility and transfers; meal preparation and feeding; assisting with daily activities, personal care, and light housekeeping

**Qualifications**:

- PSW/DSW/SSW/HCW certification from an approved and recognized educational institution
- RN/RPN degree/diploma
- RN student with a minimum successful completion of 3 years, or RPN student with a minimum successful completion of 1 year
- Valid Police Vulnerable Sectors Check
- Current CPR/First Aid Certification
- Up-to-date Immunization Record, including two COVID-19 vaccinations
- Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle is required
- Experience working in the community as a PSW is an asset.
- Ability to read, write and speak English (equivalent to grade 10 level).
- Demonstrated commitment to client and family-centred care.
- Use of proper body mechanics and successful completion of physical readiness test to ensure safe work practices are followed including mobility, transfers, bending, lifting, push and pulling.
- Demonstrated ability to recognize safety concerns
- Communicate effectively using a computer and/or mobile device.
- Requires good judgement, the ability to work independently and work cooperatively with the caregiving team.
- Effective problem solving and decision-making skills to safely service clients.
- Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Casual
Part-time hours: 20-40 per week

**Salary**: $20.00-$23.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift

Application question(s):

- Do you have access to a reliable vehicle to use for work?
- Do you have at least two covid-19 vaccinations?
- Are you able to work afternoons/evenings in the Ajax/Pickering area?
- Are you available to work every other Saturday and Sunday?
- What days of the week are you available to work and what times can you work (start and end time)?

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (preferred)

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