Canadian Healthcare Job Vacancy in Ontario Canada at Preferred Health Care Services

Preferred Health Care Services is an accredited leader in the provision of outstanding nursing, personal support and education services. By using an integrated approach, our committed and compassionate team delivers an exceptional level of care to our clients that enhances human dignity and wellness. By empowering our employees, we create a healthy and safe environment that garners mutual respect, integrity, individual and collective recognition, and personal growth.
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER
Immediate casual, part time and full time assignments for a Personal Support Worker in the community throughout the areas of Aurora, Newmarket, Sharon, Sutton, Mt. Albert, Keswick, Sutton and surrounding areas. Early morning, day, afternoon, evening, night and weekend assignments are available.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Personal Support Worker (PSW) works in a community setting or a long term care home, under the direction of a regulated health care provider, to provide homemaking, personal care and related Activities of Daily Living (ADL) in the client’s home. Depending on the request for assistance, other services may include: companionship, emotional support, respite/palliative care or childcare. Personal care includes assisting the client in stabilization with sitting, standing or walking. Related tasks may include dietary management, household chores essential to the client’s health and well-being.
Responsibilities of the PSW include: reporting observations in the client’s condition, especially changes from normal behavior; preparing in-home client file, using correct information and proper documentation procedures; performing client care according to the agreed upon Client Care Plan; assisting with simple health care routines such as reminders to maintain dietary restrictions, medication regimen, and recommended exercises; teaching of safety and home management skills, while promoting independence; immediately reporting any emergency situations to the Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse; and much more!

Personal attributes of a successful PSW at Preferred Health Care Services include: flexible and creative, reliable, mature, friendly and courteous with a desire to help.

EDUCATION:
Must have a current Personal Support Worker certificate.
Current First Aid and CPR Certificate (Level C) an asset.
Current Police Check/Vulnerable Sector Screening.
Updated Medical TB Clearance.
Must have a valid driver’s license and own a vehicle.
Ability to speak a second language considered is preferred.

WE INVEST IN YOU!
* Competitive Compensation and Benefits
* Build your own work schedule
* Paid Orientation Programs
* 24 hour Nursing Supervision
* Professional Development through innovative Educational Opportunities
* Tuition Assistance Reimbursement
* Opportunities for advancement
* Self-fulfillment through meaningful relationships with clients
* Employee Recognition and Discount Programs
* Employee Referral Bonus
* A dynamic and supportive working environment

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply directly to:
Human Resources
170 Red Maple Road
Richmond Hill, ON L4B 4T8
Fax: (905) 771-2763
Email: hr@prefhealthcare.com
Website: www.prefhealthcare.com

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