Job description In this position, WE WILL TRAIN you will be gifted with a rewarding experience every day in the form of being able to see the exact impact you place on our residents. As a PSW, you will report directly to the Director of Care. This position will be casual, so candidates must be available to work evenings and weekends, as well as a variety of shifts. Schedules will be provided. This position is responsible for but not limited to: Key Responsibilities: Administer medication and treatments in accordance to care plans, policies, and procedures. Monitor vital signs and assist with blood pressure monitoring Notifies the Director Of Care/Assistant Director of Care of any resident and/or family concerns. Attends and actively participates in daily communication meetings. Provides feedback in the assessment of every resident and participates in the development and updating of resident care plans. Answers Sara Alert''s (call bell system) Observe and report any changes in residents'' condition (physical, emotional, etc) promptly. Complete documentation on care as per the residence policies and guidelines. Deals courteously with staff, residents, resident families, and visitors. Helps residents maintain independence, and promotes dignity and physical safety of each resident. Strives to understand and respond to each resident with empathy, always remaining mindful of the resident''s unique communication patterns, history, and basic human needs. Assists with resident admissions and discharges when required. Assists and attends to residents'' special needs and activities of daily living (ADL''L) as required; i.e porting, ADLs Maintains the retirement community in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner. Completes all required mandatory training/education. Complies with all policies, procedures, and standard acts. Other duties as required. Qualifications: WE WILL TRAIN YOU PSW Certificate preferred Complete a pharmacy course by Medi-System that we will set up for you. Experience in LTC or retirement living will be given preference. Demonstrated empathy and understanding of the needs of seniors. Must be able to operate related equipment. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour Work Location: In person
Job Title
Personal Support Worker