Personal Support Worker

Working together to provide outstanding integrated health care to our communities delivering best patient outcomes with exemplary standards and compassion, Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site organization that includes Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site.

**ROLE**

As a Personal Support Worker (PSW) at Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) you will be at the forefront of patient care team. In this role you will performs duties related to patient care under the direction of regulated Health Care Professionals and/or Physicians in accordance with hospital standards, policies and procedures.

**REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S)**
- Personal Support Worker Certificate received from an Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology program.
- OR received from an Accredited PSW Educational Program.
- Or completed one year of full-time studies in either the Registered Practical Nursing program or Registered Nursing program at an accredited college/university.
- BLS Certification.

**REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S)**
- Have excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- Able to organize tasks within time allotted.
- Able to work efficiently, effectively and safely in a controlled environment.
- Aware of and acknowledge limitations within the role.
- Knowledgeable of the policies and procedures directly associated with role.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work effectively with patients, colleagues and management.
- Regular and punctual attendance is a requirement of this position.

**DESIRED SKILLS**, EXPERIENCE(S)** & EDUCATION**
- Gentle persuasive approach certificate considered an asset.
- Current MANDT (or similar) training.

**ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC**
- Staff referral program (Earn up to $1000 for each successful Permanent Part Time and Permanent Full Time new hire you refer to MAHC).
- Extended health benefits.
- Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.

**WHY IS MAHC RIGHT FOR YOU?**

Imagine working in a place you love to visit on vacation A career with MAHC lets you do just that. We are located in one of the top international tourist destinations in Canada; positioned just two (2) hours north of Toronto in beautiful cottage country surrounded by vibrant natural beauty, pristine lakes, majestic forests and rocky shorelines.

Our communities are small in size but big in excitement; there are always local fundraisers, farmers markets, live events, pubs and locally owned stores to shop in. There are a variety of seasonal, year-round activities to keep you busy and fully embraced in the lifestyle that Muskoka has to offer from hiking, fishing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing, heading to Algonquin Park or Arrowhead Park for the day, running and cycling clubs, camping, sitting on a warm sunny patio downtown, or simply relaxing by the lake with your friends. Life here is good

**LET US HELP YOU MAKE YOUR MOVE**

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare has launched the Housing for Healthcare initiative to help MAHC team members (both new recruits and existing staff) connect with housing options in our communities. For more information on this initiative click on this link Housing for Healthcare

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**

**Location**:Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville.

**Department**: Inpatient (Med/Surg) & Rehabilitation Services.

**Hours of Work**: Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements per the collective agreement.

**As a condition of employment**, **external hires are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.

**Our organization**: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identity as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ.

**Accommodation**s** will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants need to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

**HOW TO APPLY**

Applicants interested in becoming a part of an energetic, caring team in a fast-paced and rewarding environment can submit their cover letter and resume as either a PDF or Word document(s) to postings listed on mahc.ca by 11:59pm on the listed closing date.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, note that only those selected for an int