Care Aide: personal Support Worker

Behavioural Support Worker ( Job Number: 26000305)
Community Worker
Employee Type : Casual
Bayshore HealthCare is one of the Canada’s leading providers of home and community health care services and is a privately owned company. Bayshore HealthCare is proud to showcase its achievement as a Platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program every year since 2006. Bayshore Healthcare is also recognized as Canada’s Best Employers in Forbes 2023 list.

Person-and family-centered care (PFCC) is an approach to care that recognizes the importance of family in a patient’s life and the importance of their active involvement in planning and making decisions on health care, services and treatment, and health system reform. This approach to care provides respectful, compassionate, culturally safe, and responsive care that meets the needs, values, beliefs, and preferences of the patient, their family, and others identified as significant to their life from diverse backgrounds and settings.

The Behavioural Support Worker will provide direct care services to individuals with complex needs in our community programs. In addition to aiding patients with their daily activities, the Behavioural Support Worker will assist in providing behavioural training and interventions designed to support patients with responsive behaviours. These services, delivered continuously throughout the day, also encompass activities related to all aspects of daily living. The Behavioural Support Worker , as part of the multi-disciplinary team, will complete patient assessments and observations, collaborate on developing appropriate interventions, model strategies and assist with transitions across sectors

Weekdays (Monday to Friday) Days and Evenings
Weekend Rotation (Saturday and Sunday) Days and Evenings

Full and Part-Time Career Opportunities : We offer flexible career options to suit your lifestyle, whether you’re looking for full-time stability or part-time flexibility
Competitive Industry Wages : Earn top wages for the critical work you do, reflecting your skills and dedication
Enjoy company-sponsored health and dental benefits for you and your family, ensuring your well-being
Retirement Savings Plan : Benefit from a company-contributed retirement savings plan to secure your financial future
Paid Time Off : Receive paid sick days, orientation, and training to support your health and professional development
Travel Compensation : Get competitive compensation for your travel, recognizing the importance of your time and effort
Experience work schedules designed to maximize care time and minimize travel, enhancing your work-life balance
Enjoy easy access to managers and schedulers who are committed to listening and supporting the important work you do.

Implement behavioral and rehabilitation interventions for community patients.
Teach ADLs and consult with fellow team members (e.g. OT/PT/SLP) regarding care interventions.
Provide routine care, including escorting clients to medical appointments and social outings.
Implement behavioural and rehabilitation interventions
Report significant clinical findings to the Social Worker and MCP- Allied.
Implement ongoing assessments and collect data.
Teach clients supporting social skills as well as other education as required.
Participate in team and/or Community wide meetings as requested.
Maintain awareness of safety standards, identify and address safety issues, and attend safety meetings and training as required.
Implement individualized behavioural therapy programs.
Support recreational, social, and skill-building activities in a positive and inclusive manner.
Support patients through their healthcare journey as they transition in and out of Community programs
Communicate with patients' care team, caregivers, and families
Document in the electronic health record, monitor and record changes, adjust care plans as appropriate
Collaborate with other healthcare specialists and support organizations as required
Attend team huddles, care conferences and team meetings
Provide educational support to staff and caregivers
Participate in the evaluation of risks associated with maladaptive behaviours upon patient admission and contribute to plans to mitigate the identified risks
Adhere to Bayshore Policies and Procedures.
Participate in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company's Quality Management System.
Participates in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties. Is responsible to notify immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns.
Maintains confidentiality of client and corporate information and discusses same only with appropriate Bayshore personnel.
Ready to make a meaningful difference in your community?

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Post-secondary education in behaviour sciences, mental health/addictions, psychology, and/or related areas
Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable vehicle
Minimum 2 years assisting with behaviour assessments and collaborating on behaviour interventions
Knowledge of psychogeriatric assessment tools and behavioural, cognitive, psychosocial, and environmental assessments relating to responsive behaviours
Practical experience supporting individuals in an acute care and/or mental health care settings; Demonstrated experience working with dual diagnosis is considered an asset
Personal Support Worker (PSW) experience is considered an asset
Transitional care support experience is considered an asset

Comfort with addressing issues such as verbal aggression, physical and environmental aggression, elopement, socially and sexually inappropriate behaviours.
Technological proficiency: use of MS Office (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
Availability to work on a full-time basis with flexibility for weekend, day, or evenings shifts.
Experience and direct contact with individuals with special needs.
Demonstrate understanding of current and emerging best practices related to behavioural support for the geriatric population.
Vaccination Policy
Bayshore is committed to a high quality and safe environment for both our staff and clients/patients. Dependent upon Provincial government regulations, and the position being applied for, new hires may be required to provide proof of vaccination against illnesses such as COVID-19, Hepatitis, Seasonal Flu etc. Medical exemptions or any based upon Human Rights Code criteria will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
“At Bayshore Healthcare, our commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is our strength. This is how we bring our vision of being the difference in the lives of those we care for, work with and in our communities. We have a great sense of pride in creating a culture of belonging, where individual differences are embraced and celebrated, through programs, resources and policies that support each individuals purpose, potential and wellbeing.”
At Bayshore Healthcare Ltd., and its subsidiaries, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and operate in full compliance with all Provincial and Territorial legislation pertaining to Human Rights Codes and Accessibility requirements.