Job Description

We are currently hiring part-time Personal Care Workers (PSWs) to join our team at St. Peter\xe2\x80\x99s Residence. We are looking for caring and resident-focused candidates. St. Peter\xe2\x80\x99s Residence at Chedoke is a not for profit 221 bed long-term care residence that features high quality living in a home like environment. "Privacy, dignity and caring" is the philosophy we live by. If you are an individual who values Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility and Excellence then we would like to hear from you! Are you looking for a job with an organization that values a strong workplace culture? By joining St. Peter\'s Residence at Chedoke, you\xe2\x80\x99ll be joining an organization that is:

• Great Place to Work certified! (2023)
• Named on the Best Employers in Ontario list (2023)
• Named on the Best Workplaces for Giving Back list (2023)

Interested in bringing your talent to our team? Here is what we offer:

• Competitive wages
• Ontario Government $3.00 wage enhancement
• Ongoing opportunities for education, training, development and growth
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• $500 signing bonus!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promote excellence in delivery of care with a strong customer focus.
• Work collaboratively with other team members; deal tactfully and courteously with residents, residents\xe2\x80\x99 families, visitors and all health team members.
• Provide personal care of residents with a high standard of skill, sense of responsibility, dignity, caring and respect for privacy.
• Understand the Resident Bill of rights, respect and promote it.
• Assist in the care process by observing and reporting changes in the resident\xe2\x80\x99s physical and emotional condition. Understand the guidelines of care as outlined in the resident care plans to provide care.
• Perform personal care and selected nursing measures to promote comfort and safety for the resident in accordance with our standards of resident care.
• Assist with record keeping indicating resident\xe2\x80\x99s condition, care and specific treatment. Document on flow sheets, progress notes and care plans as per requirements.
• Maintain a safe, neat, clean environment for residents and staff. Recognize and report any safety hazards and follow all safety policies and procedures

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have successfully completed a Personal Support Worker (PSW) program and obtained certification that meets the program requirements set by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities for an Ontario postsecondary institution or district school board to issue a personal support worker certificate.
• Two to three years of experience providing personal care to seniors and others is preferred.
• Good oral and written communication skills, with a competent level of English are required.
• Must possess good listening and time management skills.
• Must demonstrate an ability to respond effectively to the needs of others in a timely and courteous manner.
• Must have a proven ability to work well under pressure and demonstrate high commitment to providing exceptional customer service.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and capable of managing time effectively.
• Must be available to work within a 24 hour, seven day/week work schedule.
• Must be able to develop supportive relationships and work collaboratively with clients, family members, colleagues, volunteers, and community partners are essential.
• Must be able to complete work with minimal direction and be able to work independently as well as part of a team.
  

As a condition of employment, you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated or provide proof of valid exemption satisfactory to the employer prior to your start date. Thrive Group welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation in the completion of this application please contact the HR Department at 289-309-8477 or by email at hr@thrivegroup.ca