Are you a warm-hearted individual that can act as a companion for seniors living at home?
North Toronto, North York, and Don Mills, and Lawrence areas
Seeking compassionate, caring, and reliable caregivers/PSW to work four hour shifts (minimum) to twelve hour shifts. The clients we serve tend to be educated and accomplished individuals living at home or retirement communities.Our care plans are developed by a Registered Nurse, and you will be closely supervised by our care team. Your ability to interact with a friendly,caring demeanor, and be responsive to our clients’ needs will help you succeed.
Experience:
Personal Support Worker: 1-3 years
Dementia, Alzheimer's care:1-2 year (preferred)
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Provide social interaction
Engage in recreation activities, such as crafts and computer Apps like Mind Mate
Assist with day-to-day activities such as light housekeeping, meals, and laundry
Accompany clients to doctor appointments
Remind clients to take medication as prescribed
Document activities that occur on each shift
Provide care for clients living with Alzheimer’s/Dementia
Practice safe transferring and ambulating when assisting our clients
Monitors for signs of failure/complications and report to our Nursing Team
Provide a safe environment for our clients to decrease fall risks
Work alongside other PSW staffed by our team and/or staffed by retirement communities
Understand the roles and responsibilities of a PSW
Understand Senior’s Bill of Rights for Retirement Communities and Home Care Agencies
Practice good ethics and professionalism in all shifts
Attend mandatory orientation and training seminars provided by ComForCare North York
Requirements:
PSW certificate
CPR/First Aid
Police Clearance for Vulnerable Sector
2 Professional References
Assets:
Crisis Prevention and Intervention Certificate
Food Handler’s Certificate
Experience in Retirement Communities, and Long-term Care Facilities
Driver’s License (G2/G) and available vehicle
Availabilities for weekend care, and overnight
Job Type:
Part-time, Casual
ComForCare North York is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by the law.