Personal Support Worker
- Surrey, BC, Canada
On-site
Part-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Part-time
- Workplace
- On-site
- Experience
- 4+ years of experience as a PSW or in a similar role.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Stellar Personnel is currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Support Worker (PSW) to join our team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to provide individualized care, assistance, and support to a private client living with dementia. Your commitment to promoting independence and preserving the client's dignity will play a crucial role in fostering a positive and nurturing environment. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact on someone's life and are dedicated to delivering top-quality care, we invite you to explore this rewarding career opportunity with us.
Visit us online at stellarpersonnel.ca to learn more about our company.
Responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one, private companionship to the client in a memory care facility
- Provide hands-on support to the client with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding and transferring the wheelchair bound client to activities ensuring their comfort and safety.
- Serve and feed meals and snacks prepared by kitchen staff and/or family.
- Work together with the medical and housekeeping staff and the family with the development and implementation of individualized care plans, tailoring care to meet the client's unique needs and goals.
- Follow an established routine and meal/activities schedule.
- Maintain a calm, safe, cheerful atmosphere and ensure physical, mental and emotional comfort to the client.
Requirements:
- 4+ years of experience as a PSW or in a similar role.
- Previous experience and understanding with Alzheimer's / dementia patients.
- Preferably possess a certificate or diploma in Personal Support Worker (PSW) or a related healthcare field from an accredited institution.
- Preferably hold a valid PSW certification or licensing, adhering to all necessary legal and regulatory requirements
- Maintain the physical and emotional stamina and strength required for assisting clients with dementia and mobility issues and performing manual handling tasks.
- Preferably with a valid First Aid and CPR certificate
- Possess strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with their family and the rest of the staff.
- Successfully pass a criminal background check to ensure the safety of clients and staff.
Schedule : TBA
Location : On site, Surrey
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More about this job
Responsibilities
Provide one-on-one companionship and hands-on support with activities of daily living for a client living with dementia. Collaborate with medical staff and family members to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Requirements
Requires 4+ years of experience as a Personal Support Worker and specific experience with Alzheimer's or dementia patients. A professional certificate or diploma in a healthcare field and a valid criminal background check are preferred or required.
Skills
- Personal Support
- Dementia Care
- Alzheimer's Care
- Activities Of Daily Living
- Patient Grooming
- Patient Feeding
- Wheelchair Transfer
- Care Plan Implementation
- First Aid
- CPR
- Communication Skills
- Manual Handling
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Social Services
Keywords
- Personal Support Worker
- PSW
- Dementia
- Alzheimer's
- Memory Care
- Activities Of Daily Living
- ADLs
- Healthcare
- First Aid
- CPR
- Criminal Background Check
- Patient Care
- Manual Handling
- Care Planning