Job Description

Job Summary

Position: CERTIFIED PSW

Must be PSW Certified, First Aid/CPR Level-C and GPA or NVCI Certified.

We do not accept expired documents.

Please do not apply if:

you do not have ALL of the Certificates listed above.

if any of your legal documents are expired (SIN, First Aid CPR/AED, etc.)

Must have: Experience in a retirement home or long-term care home.

We are hiring PSWs for our Facility at Ressam Gardens Memory Care Community Retirement Home. Our residents are very important to us and we only provide the best care for them. Help us improve their quality of life and happiness.

It is mandatory and extremely important that our PSWs are Kind, Respectful, Gentle and Patient with our Residents. The care for our Residents must meet and support all their physical, emotional, mental and social needs. Personal care must be done professionally, safely and with the appropriate approach for residents with Dementia and Alzheimer in compliance with the RHRA and Public Health and Safety Guidelines.

Tasks include Daily Documentation of behaviour issues, emotional issues, cognitive changes, injuries, illness and eating.

Quality Care for our residents also includes daily light housekeeping of tiding rooms, making beds, cleaning dinning room area (sweeping floor, clearing tables, wiping tables) Cleaning accidents or spills. Loading dishwasher and laundry.

Quality, professional care and activities of daily living include feeding, showering, dressing, toileting, brief changing, proper oral hygiene, medication and companionship.

Duties

Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support Provide medication administration and monitor vital signs in accordance with care plans Support patients with Alzheimer's, dementia, autism, or other cognitive impairments through specialized memory and behavioral care Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding as needed Perform light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning and maintaining a safe environment Utilize equipment like Hoyer lifts for safe patient transfers and mobility assistance Observe and document patient condition, report changes to healthcare professionals, and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations Assist with hospice or palliative care needs while respecting patient dignity and comfort Follow established care plans tailored to individual needs and preferences Maintain accurate records of patient care activities and observations

Skills

Valid certification as a Personal Support Worker (PSW) or equivalent credential Experience working in group homes, assisted living, nursing homes, or home & community care environments Knowledge of Alzheimer's and Dementia care, and respite support Ability to assist with ADLs and provide direct support to individuals with disabilities or developmental challenges Strong patient observation skills and ability to monitor vital signs effectively CPR and First Aid Level C certification required; additional certifications such as HIPAA compliance preferred Experience working with people with autism or other developmental disabilities is advantageous Ability to perform heavy lifting safely when required for patient transfers or mobility assistance Compassionate caregiver with excellent communication skills and patience Knowledge of medication administration protocols and safety procedures in healthcare settings
This position is ideal for caring professionals committed to providing empathetic support while maintaining the highest standards of safety and dignity. Candidates should be adaptable, attentive to detail, and passionate about enhancing the quality of life for those they serve.

Job Types: Permanent, Casual

Pay: $20.13 per hour

Work Location: In person