Job Description

About the Role: The Personal Support Worker (PSW) provides personal support and homemaking services to clients living in a Retirement Home. This role requires an individual with excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with clients and their families. Why work at RNS Health Care Services Inc?

• Competitive salary, group benefits and paid sick days
• Sign-on Bonus of $500
• Flexible Schedule
• Weekend Premium Pay
• Permanent Part-time status
• Mobile Device for applicable field staff
• Online and in person education sessions

Who We are Looking For:

• Weekend availability is mandatory
• Evening Shift: 5:30pm - 10:00pm
• Lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques up to fifty (50) lbs; Bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch using good body mechanics; Walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; use of elevators

A Day-to-Day Look at the Role:

• Evaluates current personal support care plan and contributes to the development of the care plan; implements changes to plan if required and advises supervisor accordingly
• Reports any changes in the client\xe2\x80\x99s or family\'s personal support needs or home situation
• Provides personal care as directed by the Client Services Manager and his or her delegate. This includes assisting the client in daily activities (eating, dressing, etc.) and other personal hygiene needs
• Performs personal support tasks reflecting the needs of the client such as: light cleaning, meal prep, laundry and companionship.
• Completes daily mobile check ins and proper documentation.
• Other duties as assigned

What You Will Need to Succeed:

• Certificate in Home Support Worker (Level I, II, III), DSW, internationally trained nurses, Personal Support Worker certification or Health Care Aide is required. We are also accepting nursing students who have completed their first year of nursing.
• First Aid / CPR certification is required
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Screen (Within last 6 months)
• TB Test (within last two years)
• Previous experience working with elderly is considered asset

Subject to our duty to accommodate under the Human Rights Code, we require all new employees to provide proof of vaccination against Covid-19 prior to commencing employment. About Us: RNS Health Care Services Inc. is an accredited organization of professionals providing concerned, competent and compassionate health care services within our community since 1985. Canadian-owned and operated, offering services such as personal support, homemaking, respite care, palliative care, nursing, foot care and community clinics. Our caregivers care for clients in their homes, hospitals, retirement and nursing home facilities. RNS Health Care Services Inc. is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and to providing accessibility accommodations for candidates who require them. Reasonable accommodations are available, upon request, to candidates participating in the selection process. Should you require accommodation, please ensure to notify us in advance. RNS is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please visit our website at https://rnshc.com/ Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 25 per week Salary: $20.34 per hour Benefits:

• Dental care
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
COVID-19 precautions, operational policies, and clinically-approved practices are in force throughout the workplace, including masking, remote work, vaccination or testing requirements, daily disinfection of all surfaces, and reduced office capacity. Application question(s):

• Do you hold a valid PSW certification or equivalent?
• Are you able to work on the weekends?

Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2023-06-09
Expected start date: 2023-06-15