St. Mary's Gardens is currently seeking a part-time Personal Support Worker role to join its Resident Services team in providing care for our residents. As a valued member of our Resident Services team, you will provide care and assistance to our residents in accordance with policies, procedures and standard daily work routines.
Education & Training:
· Personal Support Worker Certificate as endorsed by Ministry of Training Colleges and Universities is required.
· Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate / First Aid-CPR is required.
· Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required
Experience:
· Recent experience working as a Personal Support Worker in home care, long term care, retirement or hospital setting.
· Experience in geriatrics or gerontology is an asset.
· An understanding of the needs and issues of the older adult is required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated interpersonal / communication skills
• Current certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) and Gentle Persuasion Approaches to Dementia Care (GPA) are asset
• Excellent teamwork and effective communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Capable of working efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work well independently and under pressure.
• High interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Availability to work days, evenings, nights and weekends is required.
• Experience in medication administration an asset.
• Willingness to update and keep current their knowledge of changing regulations, practices and procedures is a requirement.
• Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is required (dated within 6 months of employment start date).
• 2 Step TB testing is required.
• Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset.
• N95 Mask Fit Test required.
• Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Following the care plan, observing and reporting any substantial findings and/or changes in patient/resident/client’s behavior to the appropriate registered member of the healthcare team.
• Working under the supervision of a Registered Healthcare Professional performing tasks delegated to them (only if they are trained to perform the delegated task)
• Observe and report changes in residents/tenants. Document such changes in the resident/tenant chart according to facility policy, while maintaining confidentiality. Assess resident’s and tenant’s health status by recognizing signs and symptoms and report to the Nursing Supervisor or Administrator as necessary.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered by resident’s and tenant’s physicians within his/her limitations as set by the College of Nurses. Unlicensed Care Providers (UCPs) may give medications, provided they are trained and meet requirements of the facility medication administration policy.
• Provide supportive care in accordance with established policies and physicians orders.
• Assist in meeting physical, emotional and psychological needs of residents as directed.
• Keep drug and narcotic keys safe while on duty.
• Participate in staff development, safety, quality assurance, environmental and infection control programs.
• Deal courteously and respectfully with staff, residents/tenants, resident/tenant families and visitors.
• Demonstrate effective communication and time management skills in a retirement living setting.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly duties as per policy.
• Serve in the dining room at mealtimes as necessary.
• Participate in Fire Safety and Mock Disaster procedures.
• Complete documentation as appropriate as per facility policies and guidelines.
• Answer emergency calls.
• Have knowledge of and adhere to facility policies and procedures.
• Report all accidents or incidents involved residents, tenants families, visitors, and personnel to the Nursing Supervisor or Administrator and complete the appropriate incident report.
• Perform monthly blood pressures and weights.
• Teach good health habits to residents and tenants.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and ambulation, when necessary.
• Provide emergency first aid/care until appropriate medical care is available.
• Assist with the moving in and moving out of residents when required.
• Assist with maintaining accurate records for “extra charges” when applicable.
• Arrive 15 minutes early to obtain and review reports daily before each shift and count narcotic medications; keep updated with important resident information.
• Perform the daily housekeeping tasks as per policy and procedure.
• Complete facility laundry as per policy and procedure.
• Have a full understanding of and practice Infection Prevention and Control policies.
• Work collaboratively and promote positive team spirit within the department.
• Maintains good attendance record according to company policy.
• Senior staff to assist in the orientation and training of new employees.
• Attends departmental and Home’s staff meetings, in-services and other necessary training sessions.
• Perform other duties that are necessary and appropriate which may be assigned by the Nursing Supervisor or Administrator.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $19.00-$20.20 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 30 per week
Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person