Personal Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Durham, Canada Lakeridge Health Full time

**CUPE**

PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER X5

DURHAM MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

CASUAL PART TIME

SALARY: $24.56 - $25.74 per hour

CUPE - 2300001185,1186,1187,1188,1190

WORKING DETAILS:
To support individuals with mental illness and/or addictions in making choices, developing skills, increasing independence and to become involved and connected within the community. Duties may include assistance with cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene, laundry and attending community outings. Provides cognitive, social and/or emotional support to the client.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Successful completion of a 1 year Personal Support Worker program from an accredited Community College or educational institution accredited with the National Association of Career Colleges (NACC) is required
- 2-3 years of previous work experience as a Personal Support Worker
- Current CPR and First Aid certification required
- Must be able to meet physical demand requirements of the role
- Experience supporting individuals with mental illness and/concurrent disorders
- Must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past 12 months;
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant policies and legislation, such as the Mental Health Act and
- Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA).
- Basic knowledge of the major mental illnesses, addictions, and an understanding of the Mental Health Act, confidentiality, and the principles of client centered service delivery.
- Knowledge of the principles of life skills training, focused problem solving and intervention strategies.
- Assisting patients with physical care and promoting independence with activities of daily living
- Provide support to residents, modeling a positive attitude, utilizing affirmation and encouragement while integrating recovery concepts and client empowerment.
- Demonstrated reliability (attendance and punctuality), communication skills and the ability to work independently with mínimal supervision and as a team member.
- Must demonstrate a strong professional manner in dealing with clients, staff, families, and the public while being open, friendly, approachable, accepting and understanding.
- Strong attention to detail and confidentiality. Ability to work well under pressure.
- Must possess well developed client boundaries, communication, organizational, time management and coordination skills.
- Functional knowledge of crisis intervention and assessment techniques required.
- Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area; and;
- Proven good attendance record with capability of maintaining this same standard;
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

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