Personal Support Worker - Oakville Community (Morning/Evening Shift - Casual)

Acclaim Health•Oakville, ON

89d•$22 - $23

About The Position

Casual - At least 2 weekdays and every other weekend for Morning Shifts (7AM - 3PM) and Evening Shifts (3PM to 11PM) Why work for Acclaim Health? You will be working for an organization that has provided quality care to the community for 85+ years. Acclaim Health provides a wide variety of services to support the community, including Community Support Services, Alzheimer Services, Home and Personal Support Services and Palliative Care Services. Acclaim Health is a patient and family centered work environment that allows for flexibility in work schedules to ensure work/life balance. At Acclaim Health, we promote and support employees with a strong emphasis on the values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Excellence. Join us and experience the difference: Supportive working environment who values our employee’s time and dedication to our clients! Guaranteed hours with flexible schedules Paid orientation, training and development. Opportunities to advance your career. Staff Incentives (contests, giveaways & recognition) Company Pension Plan Employee Assistance Program provided for all employees Competitive pay with paid travel and shift premiums Company smart phone and supplies provided 1:1 support from our IT Department for technical issues Independence of working in the community. Acclaim Health is currently hiring Personal Support Workers (PSWs) to provide community-based care across Oakville. Successful candidates must be available to work a minimum of two weekdays and every other weekend (both Saturday and Sunday). Available shifts include morning shifts from 7:00AM to 3:00PM and evening shifts from 3:00PM to 11:00PM. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Pay: CA$22.29- $23.39 per hour. This position is for an existing vacancy. We do not use AI to screen, assess, or select applicants.

Requirements

Personal Support Worker Certificate or Diploma
Valid Ontario Driver’s license and insurance
Current CPR certificate
Current TB test
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member
Ability to use mechanical equipment (hoyer lifts) when required
Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Effective observation and listening skills

Nice To Haves

Palliative Experience is an asset

Responsibilities

Provides homemaking and personal support services to individuals and families in the community and retirement home settings.
Assist clients with their personal care and activities of daily living to clients, including bathing; grooming; dressing; mouth care; and checking skin integrity.
Collaborates with members of the health care team, the homemaking and personal support services team and family in decision-making regarding planning.
Provides bedside care in retirement homes as directed by the Nurse or otherwise directed by Supervisor.
Assist with the maintenance of catheter and colostomy bags when required.
Performs light housekeeping, including cleaning of clients personal laundry and bedding when required as part of the care plan.