Personal Support Worker (psw)

Hamilton, ON, CA, Canada

Job Description

Position Details


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Posting #:

31615

Department:

Alternate Level Care Unit (Combined 6 Tower & 2 Marian)

Employee Type:

Regular, Part Time

If Temporary, Number of Weeks:



Union:

CUPE

Openings Remaining:

1

Schedule


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Work Days:

Monday to Sunday, Holidays

Time of Day:

Days, Nights

Shift:

Rotating, 12 hour

Shift Start:

7:00, 19:00 Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.

This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:

Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)

Application Dates


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Opening Date:

26/06/2025

Closing Date:

03/07/2025 Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date

Position Description


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UNIT PROFILE



The Alternate Level of Care (ALC) unit is committed to providing high quality care to a diverse spectrum of patients with simple to complex medical issues. Patients are transferred to the ALC unit once they have been deemed medically stable and are awaiting transfer to alternative facilities or programs (ie. Long-Term Care Homes or Rehabilitation). The main focus of the ALC unit and our interdisciplinary team is special assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of elderly patients with special needs in order to achieve optimal wellness before they are discharged or while awaiting alternate levels of care in the community.

POSITION SUMMARY



Under the supervision of registered nursing staff, the Personal Support Worker will be integrated in the unit's model of care to provide direct quality personal care to patients.

QUALIFICATIONS



Minimum Grade 12 Education and successful completion of a 1 year diploma program as a Certified Personal Support Worker Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification GPA and CPI certification preferred Previous PSW/Customer Service experience preferred Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills Record of good attendance

RESPONSIBILITIES



Assisting patients to meet their basic physical, social, psychosocial and emotional needs in accordance with their plan of care Provides personal care to patients including assistance with activities of daily living, personal hygiene, nutritional needs, toileting, lifts and transfers utilizing a respectful and caring manner/demeanor Maintains documentation of patients' activities of daily living on flowsheets (Dovetale) and reports to registered staff and changes in patient condition Engages with patient/client that aligns with a patient family centered care philosophy Works collaboratively with the patient, families and the interdisciplinary health care team Maintains a positive attitude and supports unit initiatives and change Participates in Transfer of Accountability at change of shift Adhere to SJHH policies and procedures, including IPAC policies and procedures, and code response policies, specifically utilization of prevention and intervention strategies for patients with responsive behaviours

WAGE RATE



Hourly: $28.81....$29.97....$31.11 (plus 14% in lieu of benefits)



St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of SJHH.


We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2454296
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Hamilton, ON, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned