Personal Support Worker (PSW) - casual
About The Position
Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. For over 25 years, we have been dedicated to the happiness of retirees. We are seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life who are looking for meaningful work that makes a real difference. Our mission focuses on human beings, with "real estate with purpose" as our guiding principle. Our family consists of Personal Support Workers (PSWs) who deliver excellent customer service with compassion and empathy towards residents, families, and the team. We embrace a holistic, resident-centric approach to care, providing personalized services of the highest quality.
Requirements
- Personal Support Worker Certification from a certified educational facility OR internationally educated nurse
- Strong drive, respect, and an understanding of the emotional and physical demands of the role
- Focus on teamwork and customer service with the ability to build trusted relationships
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required
- Current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one
Nice To Haves
- Volunteer/working experience in a Senior Living setting is an asset, not required
Responsibilities
- Support and deliver all personalized activities of daily living that meet our resident’s needs, including ambulatory support, personal hygiene, companionship, and nutritional support.
- Act as an integral part of our multi-disciplinary team, building trusted relationships with residents, families, and teams through continuous and effective communication.
- Document the completion of tasks on an electronic health record platform throughout their shift.
- Quickly identify and communicate changes in resident care needs to our clinical leads.
Benefits
- Onboarding
- Continuous training
- Opportunities for growth
- Competitive base pay
- Benefits & vacation time
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Employee perks program
- Employee appreciation and recognition
- Scholarship Program to further education
- Eligibility to apply to The Senior Living CaRES Fund
- Be part of an experience organization
- Corporate and social responsibility causes
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
