Personal Support Worker

Sanctuary

Location

Hamilton, ON

Health and Wellness Assistant (HWA)/PSW

We are committed to providing the highest quality of support and services to our Elders and Employees.

Sanctuary envisions a home where Elders and others enjoy excellent quality of life and quality of care; where they, their families, and the staff engage in meaningful relationships built on equality, empowerment, and mutual respect; where people want to live and work; and where all are protected, sustained, and nurtured.

The Health and Wellness Assistant (PSW) reports to the Guide/Director of Health and Wellness and is responsible for providing Superior Care, Social Interaction, Housekeeping and Cooking for the Elders, to ensure and maintain a Home Environment. Participates and assists in the overall day-to-day delivery of healthcare, ensuring that the healthcare services comply with the Retirement Homes Act (RHA) and other relevant legislation.

Health and Wellness Assistant/PSW

· Working with the Elders and providing personal care, meal preparations, and light housekeeping.

· Ensuring the fulfillment of individual goals and needs as instructed in the Elders Care Plan.

· Helping Elders with leisure activities.

· Ensuring the health, safety, welfare, and independence of the Elders.

· Assisting and satisfying the social and emotional needs of the Elders.

· Documenting and recording daily care reports which may include Elder incident reports.

· Medication administration.

· Adhering to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations set by the province.

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

The qualifications needed to join our team are as follows:

· PSW Certification

· Food Handling Certification before starting position.

· Smart Serve Certification before starting position.

· Current CPR & First Aid Certificate

· GPA Training

· Proficient in the use of Point Click Care.

· Knowledge and understanding of the Retirement Homes Act and other applicable legislation.

· Effective communication skills.

· This is a new concept in Assisted Living, and the successful person must be adaptable and flexible.

· Reliable.

· Familiar with the provisions of the Occupational Health & Safety Act.

· Cleared vulnerable sector screening (within the last 6 months), recent TB test results (within the last 6 months) or a chest X-ray (within the last 1 year),

· Three references required.

· COVID-19 vaccination as required by Public Health

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual

Salary: $24.00-$26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 Licence (preferred)
• PSW Certification (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-04-02