Patient Care Assistant Awenda B

4 days ago

Penetanguishene, Canada Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care Full time

The Awenda program is in the high-secure forensic area and is an all-male facility. There are 40 beds across the A and B program. Awenda is for the dually diagnosed requiring an increased need for structure and is designed for lower-functioning individuals requiring more assistance with activities of daily living.

The Manager of the Awenda B Program within the High Secure Provincial Forensics Division is currently seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant. The purpose of the position is to provide personal care and support to individuals with mental health needs as a member of the interprofessional team, under the supervision and in collaboration with registered team members

Key Accountabilities:

- Work under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or Registered Practical Nurse
- Instruct, counsel, and assist patients in personal hygiene, life skills and encourage development of acceptable social behavior, provide direct basic care and assist with activities of daily living
- Assist with patient socialization and recreational activities at Waypoint
- Provide a safe, therapeutic environment for patients who are experiencing physical, cognitive, emotional and behavioral challenges
- Provide escorts of patients within the facility and where appropriate to outside agencies
- Participating in planned and emergency restraints

Requirements/Qualifications:

- Developmental Support Worker diploma, OR: Personal Support Worker certificate (inclusive of any College, Private College or Adult Education Facility that includes a minimum of 600 joint classroom and practical experience hours) OR: Successful completion of at least one year of a recognized Nursing Program (BScN or Practical Nursing) OR: Successful completion of a post-secondary program in a relevant health-related field from a recognized educational institution.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience with personal support theory and procedures
- Experience with basic patient care procedures (including mobility, hygiene and feeding) and the use of assistive devices
- Recent and related experience working in a forensic mental health facility or service is preferred
- Preference for recent and related experience working with dually diagnosed and/or autism spectrum disorder patient population
- Recent experience with Patient Safety and Risk Management policies and standards, including all hospital codes and interventions
- Results oriented work ethic to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives and deliver quality, consistent and timely results
- Demonstrated leadership, conflict resolution, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Proven written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to adapt readily to change
- Models and promotes core ethical practice, Waypoint Values (Caring, Respect, Accountability, Innovation), and reflects an optimistic and positive attitude
- Preference for proficiency in French/English language
- You must meet the requirements of our COVID-19 Immunization Policy by providing proof of full vaccination, or a request and receipt of an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code, including a medical exemption.

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