Personal Support Worker

**Primary Care - Personal Support Worker**

Are you looking for a career opportunity with a healthcare organization that not only positively impacts lives but also prioritizes client well-being and values its employees as essential contributors? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

**Examples of Support**

Ø Unique health services organization

Ø Supportive management team and collaborative work environment

Ø Family Culture

Ø Innovative Environment

Ø Learn by working alongside our SME experts

Ø Enriched job fulfilment

Ø We offer a competitive compensation package and exceptional opportunities for career growth

Ø A retirement savings plan with company contributions

**Position Description**

The Personal Support Worker (PSW) provides compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals in need of assistance with daily living activities. Working collaboratively with healthcare teams, the PSW promotes independence, dignity, and quality of life for clients.

Position Title: Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Department: Primary Care

**Salary**: $ 54,000- $ 57,000 Per Annum

Term: Full-time

Reports to: Nursing Manager

**Summary of Duties**
- Working with clients and providing one-on-one care such as assisting with personal care, meal prep and light housekeeping.
- Ensuring the fulfillment of individual goals and needs as instructed in the client’s support plans.
- Helping clients with leisure activities.
- Ensuring the health, safety, welfare and independence of clients.
- Engage with individual KCA member community leadership and health representatives to conduct assessments.
- Work closely with partner health care providers such as Primary Care Nurse, Home Care Nurse, etc.
- Assisting and satisfying the social and emotional needs of a client.
- Documenting and recording daily care reports.
- Adhering to the provincial Occupational Health and Safety regulations.

**Qualifications**
- Current First Aid/CPR.
- Experience and understanding of Indigenous cultural issues.
- Ability to adapt to change and remain flexible.
- Experience in working with and understanding the needs of various types of clients.
- Demonstrated understanding of PHIPA and ability to maintain client confidentiality.
- Excellent organizational and computer skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and effective organizational, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as a team member.
- Knowledge of the Anishinaabe culture and language is considered and asset.

Applicants should possess a valid driver’s license, have a vehicle and be willing to travel as required

We're looking to grow our teams with people who share our energy and enthusiasm for creating the best experience for our clients and within KCA. **Discover What’s Possible**

Please forward your resume cover letter and 3 references **to**:
**Human Resource Department**

Kenora Chiefs Advisory

P.O. Box 349- 240 Veterans Drive, 3rd Floor

Kenora ON P9N 3X4

Fax: 807-467-2656

*Position open until filled

**We thank all that apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted
- *_* Traditional practices involve burning sacred medicines including tobacco, sweetgrass,

sage and cedar within the work setting

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $54,000.00-$57,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kenora, ON P9N 3Y5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-02-07