Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Spectrum Health Care, Whitchurch-Stouffville

AI Summary

As a Personal Support Worker (PSW) with Spectrum Health Care in Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON, you will provide vital personal care and support to patients in their homes or facilities. This role involves assisting with daily living activities and ensuring patient well-being. Key requirements include a valid PSW Certificate or equivalent, a G2/G license with vehicle access, and the physical ability to meet job demands.

About the Personal Support Worker Role

Spectrum Health Care is actively seeking dedicated Personal Support Workers (PSWs) to join our team in Whitchurch-Stouffville, Ontario. In this pivotal role within our health care system, you will work closely with patients and their families, providing essential personal care and support with activities of daily living. Your compassionate care ensures that patients can safely recover from acute illnesses or continue to live comfortably in their homes throughout the aging process. This position involves providing direct personal care, including bathing, toileting, skincare, light meal preparation, and feeding, either in private residences or designated facilities. You will continually assess, anticipate, and respond to the changing needs of patients, communicating available Total Care resources as appropriate. The ability to travel within an assigned region between patients' residences or facilities is a core component of this role, ensuring comprehensive support wherever it is needed.

Key Responsibilities and Impact

As a Personal Support Worker, you will perform delegated and/or assigned tasks under the supervision of a Home Support Supervisor, contributing significantly to the overall well-being of our patients. Your daily work directly impacts the quality of life for individuals needing assistance, allowing them to maintain independence and dignity. The spectrum of care provided by our PSWs is broad, encompassing not only physical support but also fostering a sense of security and comfort for those under our care. This role demands a strong ability to provide exceptional personal care and customer service, ensuring every interaction is positive and supportive. Spectrum Health Care values the critical contribution of our PSWs in delivering high-quality, patient-centred health care across the community.

Qualifications and Requirements

To excel in this Personal Support Worker position, candidates must possess one of the following qualifications: a valid Personal Support Worker Certificate from a Ministry-approved program, successful completion of year one of an RN/RPN program, or be an internationally licensed Nurse, Midwife, or Physician. A G2/G license with consistent access to a vehicle is essential due to the travel requirements between patient locations. Applicants must demonstrate the physical ability to meet the demands of the job, which includes the ability to stand, bend, walk, crouch, kneel, and reach freely for extended periods, as well as the ability to lift 23 kg independently and assist clients with standing, walking, sitting, and repositioning in bed. Further essential requirements include a demonstrated ability to provide exceptional personal care, valid Standard First Aid and Level C CPR certifications, a valid Vulnerable Sector Criminal Check, and an updated immunization record including a TB Test within the last six months. Proficient verbal and written English communication skills are also required, with additional language skills considered a valuable asset.

About Spectrum Health Care

Spectrum Health Care is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, an honour that reflects our commitment to overall performance, sustained growth, strategic capabilities, innovation, culture, and leadership. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture within our organization, striving to attract and develop a workforce that mirrors the diverse communities we serve. Our commitment to patient care and employee well-being is at the forefront of everything we do. We believe a diverse workforce is key to our continued growth and success in providing excellent health care services. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, accommodations will be provided throughout the recruitment process upon request.