Personal Support Worker (Part-Time)

Shiplake Properties•Toronto, ON

8d•Onsite

About The Position

At The Dunfield Retirement Residence, we are a luxurious community in the Heart of Toronto committed to our residents’ care, happiness, and well-being. As a Personal Support Worker (PSW), you'll play a vital role in enhancing the daily lives of our residents. You'll provide compassionate personal care, support their physical, social, and emotional needs, and contribute to a safe and comfortable environment. This PSW position offers an Evening Shift: 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm during the week.

Requirements

A graduate from an approved Personal Support Worker course.
Certified in Dementia Care Training from the Alzheimer Society.
Possesses a current CPR and First Aid certificate.
Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and a compassionate approach.
Knowledgeable of relevant regulations, including the Tenant Protection Act, Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority, Resident Rights, and has completed ORCA training.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a retirement residence or nursing home is an asset.

Responsibilities

Observing and reporting changes in the residents' physical and emotional condition; provide input into the care plan and implements the guidelines in the plan
Delivering personal care to promote comfort and safety for the resident during activities of daily living
Assist residents with ambulation / escorting
Transfer residents as required
Supervise or assist residents with toileting, bathing, meals and feedings as required
Make beds, tidy suites, clean up bodily fluids of building as required
Review memos and other communications, complete all required charting and documentation on data sheets and in clinical progress notes and provide end of shift report to the team
Assist residents with ambulation, provide emergency medical care and respond to call bells and assist as necessary
Ensure accurate records are maintained for "extra charges" to be billed to residents
Carry out treatment and give medications according to the policy and procedure
Maintain effective communication and good relationship with residents, families, Power of Attorney (POA) and the inter-disciplinary team members
Participates as a team member in co-operation with other departments to ensure quality care of the resident. Provides input into the plan of care plan and assist with scheduling six month assessment appointments
Complies with health and safety, sanitation and infection control procedures to minimize the risk to residents
Provides job shadowing or mentorship to members of the health care team or students