Personal Support Worker

2 days ago

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Good Shepherd Centres Full time $57,000 - $69,000 per year

Hours of work: The successful candidates must be available to work a minimum of two different types of shifts (days and evenings or days and nights or a combination of all three). Shifts hours are 7:00am to 3:00pm, 3pm to 11pm, and 11pm to 7:00am.

Who We Are

At Good Shepherd, we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and self-determination for individuals and families. To learn more about Good Shepherd, visit our website at

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd - Assisted Living/Personal Support Services

How You Will Make an Impact

The successful applicant will provide personal care and home support services to clients living independently in the community.

To provide service in a person centered, dignified, culturally competent and respectful manner that reflects the charism of Good Shepherd and which reflects an integrated anti-racism/anti-oppression frameworkTo assist clients with routine activities of daily living and instrumental Activities of Daily Living such as:
housekeeping and laundryPersonal care including bathing and showeringToileting assistance including incontinence careTransfers according to the plan of care; supervised, one person assist, two persons assist and two-person mechanical lift according to the clients care plan, program policies and practices and within scope of Practice of a PSWSupporting clients while attending external appointments including accompanimentMust be able to work across multiple locations within the city based on assigned schedule which may require walking up to 25 minutes from the hub location to the client's residence, walking up and down stairs in all seasonsMonitoring the safety of the clients including:
Encourage clients to use all required assistive aids, mobility aids including walkers and canesMedication reminders and documentationResponding to clients calls for assistance for unscheduled support 24 hours per day while on dutyEncourage clients to use hearing aids, glasses, Lifeline necklaces/bracelets and other aids being usedLight housekeeping tasks and other instrumental activities of daily living including: Going to store for small grocery needs, providing laundry service, washing, drying, folding and putting away of laundry, hand washing of delicate items, tidying of bedroom and bathroom, changing bed linens, meal prepAssessing and reporting any hazards or safety concerns to Program manager or designateElectronic documentation is required so an understanding of computers and data entry is required.Observe all health and safety rules and work in compliance with the provisions of the occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Personal Support Worker Certificate in good standing and currently authorized to practice in the Province of OntarioMinimum of 1 year's practical experience preferredDemonstrated ability to work with adults with diverse and complex health and psycho-social needsA demonstrated ability to work as an effective, responsive and accountable team memberAbility to work individually and as part of a teamExcellent time management skills and the ability to work independently in client homes and community settingsStrong verbal and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skillsCommitted to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good ShepherdFluency in a language in addition to English is an asset

What We Offer

Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITYSupport for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTStaff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE / FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphereMake a difference and provide HOPEExtended Health Benefits

Join our team and be part of a group that values hard work, dedication, and the importance of maintaining a positive environment for everyone

Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.

Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations, please contact Human Resources

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