Personal Support Worker

Personal Support Worker – Posting # 2024-95

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Location:                          Nursing Services – The John M. Parrott Centre

Supervisor:                      Manager of Nursing Services

Hours of Work:                Days, Evenings, Nights and Weekends

Salary Range:                 $26.11 to $29.48 per hour (as per the CUPE Collective Agreement / inclusive of $3.00 PSW wage enhancement) Recognition for previous related experience

Closing Date:                 September 30, 2024

The John M. Parrott Centre is a fully accredited state-of-the-art, 168 bed long-term care home, owned and operated by the County of Lennox and Addington, in the Town of Greater Napanee.  The John M. Parrott Centre offers free parking, a safe work environment and upgraded technology.  We are currently seeking highly motivated and energetic Personal Support Workers to join the community of The John M. Parrott Centre.

Employee Signing Bonus:  New applicants who meet eligibility requirements will receive a signing bonus

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• Personal Support Worker Certificate or recognized equivalent, in accordance with the Fixing Long-Term Care Act

• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills

• Satisfactory attendance record, subject to the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:

• Ability to work a variety of shifts as well as be available for call-in

• Provide and/or support all activities of daily living for residents

• Provide cognitive, social and/or emotional support to residents

• Work as part of a team and communicate effectively with residents and peers

• Ability to provide resident-centered care to all residents residing within the home

REGULATED SAFETY ACTIVITIES:

• Must adhere to all service area / The John M. Parrott Centre policies and procedures as outlined in WHMIS, Infection Control, Fire & Safety, other manuals and legislation

• Responsible to adhere to all Occupational Health and Safety procedures of the Act and the Home

• Utilize proper body mechanics and transfer techniques in order to carry out safe lifts and/or transfers

For more information or to apply, please visit our website at https://www.lennox-addington.on.ca/employment or send your application to [email protected]

The County of Lennox & Addington is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, creating workplaces that welcome, value, and respect the diversity of employees and supports them to actively engage in the workplace and reach their full potential.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of applicant selection. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 

Please note that accommodations are available upon request to support the participation of persons with disabilities in applying for jobs and during the interview and assessment process.  If you require an accommodation, please call the County’s Human Resources Department at 613-354-4883 to discuss.  We will work with you to meet your needs.

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