Job Description

Company description

TAMCARE Home Health Ltd. is a upcoming palliative home care company based in the Waterloo region. We offer services including care planning/consulting, housekeeping, and anything under the traditional scope of a personal support worker (PSW).

Job description

TAMCARE Home Health Ltd. is seeking several dynamic, passionate, certified Personal Support Workers (PSWs), who wants to be part of the transformational change in home and community care by providing care in a truly client-centered approach. This role is right for you if:

You are excited to work in an environment that puts the care team in the driving seat and be part of a self-directed team that offers a high level of autonomy and responsibility.

You want to be a member of a diverse, collaborative care team that will provide services to a roster of clients in the community with a focus on a holistic plan of care and client-centered goals addressing client's physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual domains.

You want to become a member of our interdisciplinary team who will assist the client and family to reach the client's care goals. As part of the PSW team, you will be a part of the team that will be accountable for the care and services you provide and the outcomes your clients achieve.

Here are many reasons why you will want to bring your talent to our team:

Competitive pay for direct client care. Candidates must have PSW Certificate Our company will financially support you to take a course to enhance your knowledge in death & dying and palliative care You will experience opportunities to use many of your skills and expand your knowledge Ongoing opportunities for continuing education, training and professional development Subsidized OPSWA memberships You will have the opportunity to support your community and bring joy to individuals who need it the most

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provision of comprehensive care in an interdisciplinary team Provide continuous and comprehensive support to your team in the delivery of care for your clients Maintains effective relationships/communication and works collaboratively with other disciplines to implement interdisciplinary care plans within your role Participate in regular interdisciplinary team communication (e.g. huddle, rounds, status updates) Use the TAMVOES communication platform to effectively communicate changes in the client's condition to the primary care lead/clinician and other members of the care team as required Assists clients in the activities of personal care, instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) functional mobility and other activities outlined in the client's care plan. Provision of delegated acts/treatments as part of the interdisciplinary team and within the role of an unregulated care provider Provide care with clients and families adhering to Health's policies and procedures as adopted from Ministry of Health Guidelines Proactively identifies, promotes and seeks to improve client safety as part of their everyday work

REQUIREMENTS:

A PSW Certificate is required

One year of relevant experience is preferred

Community experience is an asset. Vulnerable sector check (current). Current CPR and First Aid Certificate is required A knowledge of household management skills is required A working knowledge of assistive aids is required Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) and exercise good judgement is required Ability to lift up to 25 kilograms may be required Ability to perform lifting and bending in awkward positions when assisting clients may be required Ability to use communication tools is required Demonstrated skills working independently and in a team environment

A vehicle and valid driver's license and the ability to travel

Available for shifts and visiting clients in their homes

A background check is required Knowledge of the TAMVOES platform will provide you with an advantage. You can learn more about the platform at TAMVOES HEALTH
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Seasonal

Pay: From $20.00 per hour