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Print ListDate Posted:
Jan 5, 2017
Closing Date:
Feb 6, 2017
Job Status:
Full-Time Regular Permanent PT leading to FT
Industry:
Health Occupations
Wage:
$ TBD per hour
Hours per Week:
15-40
How to Apply:
Please forward resumes to SWNjobs@carepartners.ca with "Meaford PSW" in the subject line
1-866-685-7172
Personal Support Worker
CarePartners
Job Description:
~~POSITION OVERVIEW
As a result of our continuous growth, we have opportunities within our Owen Sound Branch for NEW and EXPERIENCED Personal Support Workers (internal reference: Community Support Worker). We are looking for energetic and dedicated Personal Support Workers to help clients in our community, with activities of daily living. This position requires someone to perform special functions under the Supervision of a RN or RPN/Supervisor.
**Limited Time Opportunity - CarePartners is offering a retention incentive to new staff hired from November 1,2016 to April 30, 2017**
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Responsibilities:
- Provides personal care to the client
- Utilizes proper body mechanics and transfer techniques in order to carry out safe lifts and/or transfers
- Provides cognitive, social and/or emotional support to the client
- Provides assistance with a variety of household tasks
- Prepares nutritious, varied and economical meals and snacks, including special diets, as determined by the care plan, and uses proper food preparation, storage and hygiene practices
- Promotes a safe environment for both the client and worker
Qualifications and Position Requirements:
- Experience working with the vulnerable population, in a community setting
- Available for non-traditional hours, including evenings and alternate weekends
- Access to transportation/vehicle
- PSW certificate
Total Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive wages PLUS Ministry of Health Wage Enhancement
- Flexibility in establishing work schedule
- Uniform Allowance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through LifeWorks
- Access to Perkopolis (Canadian’s Discount Program)
- Paid multi-day orientation, including in-class and in-field training
- Skills training (ongoing opportunities)
- Supportive Leadership team
- 24/7 On-Call Support
- Service Milestone Recognition Program
More specifics details on compensation and benefits to be discussed at time of interview.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
CarePartners welcomes applicants from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process upon request.
Work Site Location:
Meaford
Office- 1139 2nd Ave East, Owen Sound
Minimum Requirements / Work Experience:
1 - 9 Months
Other Job Requirements:
Vulnerable Sector Police Check TB Test
Education Required:
Other
Personal Support Worker Certification