Personal Support Worker (Psw)

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking temporary and permanent Part-time Personal Support Workers for Day, Evening and Night shifts in our long-term care home! Our Nursing team provides direct person-centred care to 121 residents in 5 neighborhoods (units). We are strongly committed to ensuring that our Nursing staff have access to solid ongoing nursing education, current research, and professional counsel to support the achievement of professional standards. Although we are a Jewish home, we welcome residents and staff from all backgrounds and with all lived experiences.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• A supportive, collaborative, and welcoming team environment
• Opportunities for career growth, comprehensive training, and professional development
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Health & dental benefits
• Free on-site parking
• Paid orientation
• Casual dress

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, baths and showers, personal grooming (hair, shave, makeup), continence programs, dining and refreshments, transfers, and transport to meals and activities, as required by the care plan.
• Engages residents in therapeutic, restorative and activity programs as required, and provides special care to residents at the instruction of R.N. or R.P.N. in charge.
• Ensures resident rooms are clean and tidy by making residents’ beds daily, placing laundered clothes and linens in appropriate storage areas, and regularly cleaning bedside equipment, wheelchairs, and Geri-chairs as needed and weekly.
• Participates in committees to optimize resident care, in-services and continuing education, and RAI/MDS charting requirements.
• Ensures privacy, dignity, confidentiality and Health and Safety of residents, staff, volunteers, and visitors are maintained by following proper practices and procedures.
• Perform other duties as required to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents in the Home.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Holds a current and valid Health Care Aide or Personal Support Worker Certificate from a recognized educational facility with formalized training and related experience.
• Currently enrolled and completed at least one year of Nursing Studies with an accredited Canadian education institution.
• Internationally trained Registered Nurse with experience providing direct care to geriatric and/or vulnerable populations.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, and able to follow instructions.
• Communicates clearly and effectively in verbal and written English.
• Patient and empathetic in listening to others.
• Manages, organizes, and prioritizes time and resources effectively.
• Exhibits a professional and positive attitude.
• Proficient computer literacy, able to access and enter medical information into Electronic Medical Records system.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous work experience providing direct care as a PSW in a Long-Term Care facility.
• Knowledge of practices and traditions of the Jewish religion is considered an asset.

ABOUT THE LODGE

Hillel Lodge is a welcoming and vibrant Jewish long-term care home located in the heart of Ottawa. Our team of compassionate professionals is committed to providing exceptional person-centred care. With a current complement of 121 beds and housed within a thriving 13-acre Jewish Community Campus, we provide a wide range of programming and events to meet the diverse needs of our residents, their families, and the larger community which we serve.

DEI&A

Hillel Lodge is an equal opportunity employer committed to living our valuesin all that we do. We strongly encourage qualified candidates who are Indigenous, Black, or of other racialized groups, 2SLGBTQI+ people, individuals with disabilities, and other members of marginalized communities to consider working with us. We recognize that structural barriers shape experiences and job qualifications, and we encourage people to apply even if they feel the position would be a stretch.

Where notified in advance, Hillel Lodge will accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) IN HIRING

We enhance our hiring process with AI technology. This includes crafting accurate job descriptions and utilizing tailored pre-screening questions from Indeed to efficiently identify candidates who meet our criteria, such as holding a required diploma, or being able to work in-office. This approach aids us in finding the best candidates more effectively.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Interested applications should apply electronically with a current resume and cover letter. Although we appreciate all interest, only those candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted. No relocation assistance will be provided. No phone calls or emails, please.

Successful candidates will be required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Police Clearance, proof of 2-step negative TB Test, and proof of COVID-19 vaccination (Dose #3), subject to reasonable accommodation measures for protected grounds under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: $21.90-$22.45 per hour

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Experience:

• Personal Support Worker: 1 year (preferred)
• Long-Term Care: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Personal Support Worker, Health Care Aide, or Nursing (required)

Work Location: In person