Personal Support Worker- Home Support

4 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada Senior Persons Living Connected Full time
Mission Statement: Understand the aspirations of seniors and respond with innovative supports.

Vision Statement:  Building inclusive communities where all seniors are connected to living their best possible life.

What to expect when you join SPLC : Competitive compensation with a comprehensive health benefits plan Rewarding career that supports meaningful work in our communities Training and Professional Development opportunities Healthy and safe working environment Position: Personal Support Worker - Home Support and Day Program (Part-Time)
Hours of Work: Variable based on client demand
Reports to: Home Support Supervisor
Deadline: Until position is filled

Position Summary:
Responsible to provide personal support services to enable client seniors to continue living with independence, and to be healthy and safe-at-home. Ensures satisfaction with the services by establishing and maintaining relationships with client seniors and their care providers and/or family members.

Responsibilities:
1. Provides personal support services to community Clients, as directed by the service and/or care plan and following procedures in the Home Support Services Handbook: Provides personal care related activities of daily living: bathing, washroom assistance, changing incontinence products, medications, dressing, personal hygiene and grooming and dental care Assists with transferring and positioning of Client Assists with meal preparation, set-up and eating Obtains approval from supervisor for any changes to the work schedule Promotes an inclusive environment for Clients respecting abilities, age, ethnicities, languages, genders, sexual orientations 2. Provides Home Making services to community Clients Provides light housekeeping services to community Clients Completes household tasks according to the Home Making Components and the care plan 3. Provides personal support services to Clients and daily activities in the Day Program, per the service and/or care plan and the procedures in the Day Program Handbook Provides personal care related activities including but not limited to: feeding, cleaning-up, toileting and hygiene, medication reminders Assists with applying and maintenance of incontinence supports such as diaper, urine bag, etc. Assists with cleaning and personal hygiene after Client incontinence Assists for program activities and daily routines, including cleaning, sanitizing ensuring hygiene of program areas at all times Assists Day Program staff including volunteers and placement students Attends and participates in case conferences and other organization and department activities when needed 4. Documents services and reports concerns and occurrences Reports to the Care Manager and/or Supervisor about any unusual occurrences such as health concerns or emergencies, Client requests for different services, etc. Reports to Day Program Team Leader about changes in Day Programs Clients’ social, physical and mental status Clock in/out and electronically documents care plan tasks with the AlayaCare Mobile app following every visit 5. Promotes health and safety of Clients and Self Works safely at all times and ensures the safety of Self, Co-workers and Clients by preventing hazards and report to the Supervisor Complies with all organizational and departmental Health and Safety policies and procedures. Any other reasonable duties that may be assigned from time to time

Education: Personal Support Worker Certificate Valid First Aid and CPR Skills and Experience: Experience working with seniors in a community program setting Good communication and interpersonal skills Ability to write clear and concise client notes in English Ability to physically assist seniors with sitting, standing, bending, bathing, etc. Basic understanding of social, recreational or therapeutic programs an asset Ability to maintain confidentiality and the knowledge and sensitivity to work in a culturally diverse environment Knowledge of health care, dietary needs or limitations of individuals with special needs as a result of ageing e.g. Alzheimer's, stroke, Parkinson's disease Ability to physically assist clients with program activities, eating, toileting, personal and hygiene care, mobility Sound judgment, initiative and the ability to work in a self-directed manner. Physician’s medical assessment required (A TB test form will be provided) Must be available to work on evening and overnight shifts Vulnerable Sector screening required  Proof of full COVID-19 Vaccination or Medical Exemption Certificate required Working Conditions : Standing and walking for long periods of time and frequent bending Exposure to agitated and confused Clients May be exposed to contagious diseases Required to travel to Clients’ homes; reliable transportation required for Home Support Services Working alone in Clients’ homes for Home Support Services Senior Persons Living Connected is a diverse work environment. We encourage applications from all persons, including persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided if needed in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians Disability Act.

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