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personal support worker - home support

Title posted on CareerBeacon - Personal Support Worker (PSW, DSW, HSW, HCA) (RPT 0.6)

Posted on June 18, 2025 by Employer details VON Canada

Job details

Requisition Details: Employment Status: Permanent, Part Time (0.6 FTE)Program Name: In-Home RespiteNumber of Hours Bi-Weekly: 45Work Schedule: DaysUnion/Bargaining Unit: OPSEUOn Call: NoJob Summary:The Personal Support Workers/Developmental Service Worker, Respite will work within the framework of Continuous Quality Improvement, VON District Philosophy, policies and procedures, standards and application legislation. Contributes to the fulfillment of the VON Mission Statement to develop and/or promote programs to meet community needs. Respite workers provide programming in the home to support the well being of clients and provide caregiver relief.Responsibilities:The successful candidates will be responsible for providing companionship, personal care and health maintenance services to clients in their home, within the framework of VON's philosophy, policies, standards and legislation.Qualifications:Personal Support Worker Certificate or Developmental Service Worker CertificateCurrent Standard First Aid CertificateGentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) training an asset.Proven experience working with individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia's.Working with Dementia Certificate or equivalent training in dementia care an assetAbility to work flexible hoursExcellent oral and written communication, interpersonal and organization skillsAbility to work independently and problem solveAbility to adapt to change and work in various social and economic environmentsMust have personal vehicle and possess both a current driver's license and proof of vehicle insuranceA current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required upon the start of your employmentA vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be requiredAbility to speak French is an asset in French Designated areasWork Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced Environment; Attention to Detail; Lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques; Bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch using good body mechanics; Walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; Fine hand movementsVON Canada is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and to providing accessibility accommodations for candidates who require them. If you are in need of accessibility support, please visit our website at http://www.von.ca/en/accessibility for further information and contact details.Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants): If you are applying to a unionized position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position(s). If the posting remains open after the initial deadline, VON may close the posting at its' discretion or a rolling deadline equivalent to the posting period specified in your Collective Agreement will be deemed, and each successive period will be treated as a separate posting for purposes of comparing seniority between candidates.