PHSS Medical and Complex Care in Community (Formerly Participation House Support Services) is looking for caring, dynamic and responsive support workers to add to our teams!
PHSS is a non-profit, community-based organization that provides unique and flexible supports and services so that people with complex medical, behavioral, physical, and/or developmental needs can live the life they choose as part of the community. PHSS is committed to encouraging and creating an inclusive community where individuals with disabilities have access to all the community has to offer and are included in a valued and meaningful way.
Duties:
- Carry out personal care duties.
- Complete daily living, recreational and all programming as required.
- Health, personal care and behavioral programming must be completed.
- Participate and assist in behavioral support programming such as de-escalation, redirection, and follow CPI
- Work as a positive team member and report directly to the coordinators and assistant coordinators.
- Carry out cleaning and duties as required to maintain a clean and safe environment within and outside the home.
- Ensure the well being of the individuals, emergency procedures.
- Carry out policy and procedures of the agency.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Must have current First Aid & CPR
- D.S.W, S.S.W, B.A., and/or related experience
- Up to date and clear police check & vulnerable sector check
- Flexible schedule, afternoons overnight and weekend shifts and ability to pick up on call
- Proven ability to cope with and properly handle emergencies
- Knowledge of the emergency system and protocols
- Must be able to assist persons exiting during an emergency, within the accepted time frame
- Desire and proven ability to work as an effective team member
- Strong Communication skills (written and verbal)
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and to problem-solve through high stress, medical situations
- Experience working with individuals with high medical needs (trac, vents, etc.)
- Successful record of following medication procedures
- A history of effective, responsible, and respectful support work.
- Ability to provide awake support if needed by the consumer
- Proven ability to remain calm in very stressful situations
- Knowledge and ability to perform maintenance and housekeeping of home.
- Good organizational and time management skills
Proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 is required
Benefits:
- Wellness programs
- Employee assistance programs
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
All qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume via Indeed
We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
PHSS is committed to fostering an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and abilities. Accommodations are available on request for persons with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $26.62 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Wellness program
Flexible Language Requirement:
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Application question(s):
- Are you eligible to work within Canada?
- Do you have a valid G license and clear driver’s abstract
Experience:
- Supportive Care: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
