Personal Support Worker (PSW), Hospice Services - Part-time 0.5

Requisition Details:

Employment Status: Permanent, Part-time (0.5 FTE)

Program Name: Hospice Services

Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 37.5

Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends

On Call: No

Existing Vacancy: Yes – we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.

About us:

VON Canada is a not-for-profit organization providing home and community care services for over 125 years. Focusing on person-centred care, we provide people with the support they need and want, at home and in the community, so they can live healthier, happier lives surrounded by loved ones.

VON - At the heart of care.

About the role:

As a Personal Support Worker (PSW), you'll use your training to provide person-centred care, support daily living, and help clients stay comfortable and independent in their own homes. You'll travel between clients' homes throughout the day, making every visit matter. Bring your skills to where they're needed most!

Marigold Residence Hospice provides specialized care and services with a patient-centered approach. Patients and families are intimately involved in creating their own plan of care which best addresses their unique needs. Our specialized hospice team works together, with other community partners and service providers to provide full support and quality hospice palliative care. Working within an interdisciplinary care team with the goal to provide comfort care and the management of pain and other symptoms.

What we offer:

• Work to your full scope of practice
• Ongoing professional development to enhance your skills and knowledge
• Comprehensive orientation program to ensure your success
• Competitive salary and vacation time
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, LTD) for eligible employees and an Employee Assistance Program
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contributions for eligible employees
• Smartphone to help you stay organized and connected throughout your day 
• Travel compensation and mileage

What you'll do: 

• Provide care to clients in the comfort of their own homes
• Help develop the client's care plan
• Assist with personal care, such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
• Aide with mobility and transfers to ensure safety and comfort
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals and perform light housekeeping duties
• Offer respite care to families, allowing them a much-needed break
• Monitor and maintain a safe home environment
• Collaborate with healthcare teams
• Perform other duties as assigned

What we are looking for:

• Personal Support Worker or Developmental Services Worker certification
• Nursing students who have completed first year of RPN or BScN or internationally educated nurses are eligible to apply
• Must have a current Standard First Aid Certificate or CPR level C Certificate, if applicable to the work being performed
• Must enjoy driving, have a personal vehicle and possess both a current driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance
• A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

VON Canada:  Careers that fit your life. Join our team today!

A quick note: This posting is for recruitment purposes. Full job descriptions are available.

Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.