Personal Support Worker

Job title: Personal Support Worker – Peterborough
Posted on: June 4, 2024
Job Description:

Here is a look at our total rewards:
– Competitive wages starting at $21.68 per hour in total compensation for direct care
– Comprehensive benefits package including travel pay
– Full Time, Part Time & Casual Opportunities
– Peterborough and northern region
– Paid orientation and ongoing training
– Career development and progression opportunities

What you will need to be successful
– Your Personal Support Worker Certificate, or valid certification as a Home Support Worker, Home Support worker level II, Home Support worker level III, Health Care aid or personal attendant Students currently enrolled (post first year) in health care programs such as nursing, rehab, para medicine or have a valid certificate as a Developmental Support Worker or a valid certificate as an RN, RPN, or Practical Nurse, midwife or physician (either domestic or internationally–trained)
– Current CPR and First Aid Certification
– A clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening within the last 12 months
– Proof of a negative TB test within the last 12 months and an up-to-date immunization record
– Ability to travel from home to home within the community in Peterborough
– Commitment to work every other weekend
– Strong verbal and written English communication skills required; the ability to communicate in French or other languages is considered an asset
– Reliability and strong organization skills
– Ability to safely lift up to 35 lbs. (16 kg)

Your role
 As a caring, responsible health care team member, you will support clients to be as safe and independent in their homes as possible, helping them to live their best lives. You will provide personal care to clients in their home, and may assist them to mobilize and perform light exercises. You will act at all times with the client and their family at the heart of all you do, observing, documenting, and reporting any changes in their condition to your Manager/Supervisor. You may be required to perform light housekeeping tasks as indicated in client care plans.

Join us at CBI Health – Because Your Care Matters.
To learn more about CBI, please visit www.cbihomehealth.ca

CBI Health is committed to providing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe and accepted as their authentic selves. We actively seek qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion and contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives that help us innovate and provide the best possible care to our clients.

We are committed to fostering a positive experience for all Indigenous applicants whether you’re First Nations (status or non-status), Inuit or Metis and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristics that make each of us different.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and CBI Policies on Accommodation, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of our hiring process. Please inform your recruiter if you have any accommodation requests.

Employment Type: Full-time
up to 40
Field of Work: Medical/Health
Required skills:

What you will need to be successful
- Your Personal Support Worker Certificate, or valid certification as a Home Support Worker, Home Support worker level II, Home Support worker level III, Health Care aid or personal attendant Students currently enrolled (post first year) in health care programs such as nursing, rehab, para medicine or have a valid certificate as a Developmental Support Worker or a valid certificate as an RN, RPN, or Practical Nurse, midwife or physician (either domestic or internationally–trained)
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification
- A clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening within the last 12 months
- Proof of a negative TB test within the last 12 months and an up-to-date immunization record
- Ability to travel from home to home within the community in Peterborough
- Commitment to work every other weekend
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills required; the ability to communicate in French or other languages is considered an asset
- Reliability and strong organization skills
- Ability to safely lift up to 35 lbs. (16 kg)

Durham College Community Employment Services

Personal Support Worker – Peterborough

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