Personal Support Worker - Community Support Worker

Title: Personal Support Worker - Community Support Worker

Employee Working Location: Office/In-person (Travel to Moosonee, ON)

Employment status: Permanent, part-time (2 week rotation)

Travel Benefit: Candidate from Timmins, Cochrane and Kapuskasing will be provided with train travel from Cochrane to Moosonee and will be eligible for per diems.

The Canadian Red Cross (CRC) – an inspirational not for profit organization, helps people and communities in Canada and around the world in times of need and supports them in strengthening their resilience. As a Canada’s Best Employers 2024, we are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment.

The incumbent will work within the Community Health and Wellness department, and under the direction of the Care Coordinator. The person will be responsible to providing care and support to seniors allowing them to stay independent in their homes.

In this role, you will:

• Provide personal assistance and care to clients.
• Complete basic errands and home management duties as required and in accordance with established service plan (i.e. prepare nutritious meals, safely and hygienically store and handle food, maintain the comfort and safety of the client’s immediate environment, etc.)
• Provide support to client in accordance with established service plan and Assisted Living policies and procedures.
• Complete risk analysis of home using standardized risk assessment tool.
• Observe and report any concerns related to the client or their environment to the Program Coordinator.
• Maintain confidentiality of clients, caregiver/family, and the CRC.

What we are looking for

• The incumbent must be a certified Personal Support Worker (PSW) or Development Service Worker (DSW). Previous experience with elderly clients is an asset.
• English is required. Cree speaking is an asset.
• Interpersonal skills typically gained through daily living skills: dependable, punctual, ability to manage stress and interacts well with others.
• Ability to follow care plan as identified by the appropriate funder agency.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to be a supportive and productive team member.
• Demonstrated fundamental abilities to participate as a member of the core/support team. Committed to the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross Movement.
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance.

Working conditions

• The work is principally performed in client residences throughout Moosonee and conditions may vary.
• The successful candidate for this position must be available to work a flexible work schedule; they might occasionally be required to work overtime hours including evenings and weekends, often with short notice.
• Majority of the work performed in an office environment.
• Eligibility to work in Canada: At this time, we welcome applications from candidates eligible to work in Canada. If you are not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada, we encourage you to carefully review your visa to find out whether you are eligible to work in the job you are considering applying for. Refer to our FAQ for more information.
• If you are selected for this role, you will be required to complete a successful pre-employment screening process which includes a satisfactory Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC).