Temporary Full Time Personal Support Worker

1 month ago

London, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

Description

We are currently hiring Personal Support Worker - Summer Staff for the Adult Day Program

The Personal Support Worker is responsible to provide timely, responsive, and dignified personal supports while respectfully engaging with seniors ensuring a positive & enjoyable client experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Client Services:

In an efficient, client focused, kind and safe manner, assist clients with the provision of activities of daily living as required, including bathing, meal, washroom, mobility assistance etc. Assist or facilitate as required the safe arrival and departure of participants. Monitor, supervise, and support clients and the environment to ensure safety. Lift and transfer clients using mechanical or physical means according to established protocol. Assist clients with mobility as required to ensure their safety. In accordance with Safe Food Handling principles, assist with the preparation and serving of snacks, lunch and nourishments which meet the client’s individual dietary requirements for safety and preference and as directed by the Community Nurse. Take active measures to ensure a pleasant participant experience by setting the environment and employing a strong customer service focus during interactions. Remain cognizant and informed of infection prevention and control measures and abide by all applicable policy in the achievement of a healthy environment. Respond calmly and professionally in emergency situations and assist as directed. When required, facilitate pre-planned recreational activities for program participants in partnership with the Recreation Team in a positive and engaging manner.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This is a temporary full-time summer position based on 35 hours per week for 10 weeks starting June 24, 2024 and ending Labour Day Weekend. Applicable shifts include a ½ hour paid meal break. The work schedule is determined in consultation with your supervisor and may vary according to requirements of responsibility as is flexibility is required. Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs. and apply effective body mechanics and meet the physical demands of the position. Frequent lifting, twisting, bending, crouching, reaching, pushing, and pulling, walking, and standing for long period; some kneeling, running may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Completed Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) is required. Currently pursuing an education in post-secondary studies (Social Services, Human Services or Personal Support Worker, Therapeutic Recreation/Recreation & Leisure Studies). Current Standard First Aid & CPR Certification. Current Safe Food Handling Certification would be an asset. Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

Minimum of six (6) months of prior work experience working in a social service setting preferably with cognitively impaired/frail elderly populations.

SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:

Proficiency in all Microsoft Office products is required - i.e., Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet; ability to successfully interact with iPads/tablets and Smart Boards. Fluent French verbal and written communication skills are an asset. Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening. Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

Please include Comp# 3-2024 in subject Line

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

You must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.

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