Personal Support Worker

This Opportunity:
We are currently looking to fill 2 Part-Time PSW/Support Service Attendant/Health Care Aide positions in Niagara Falls.
Wage: $20.11 per hour, with paid travel time and mileage. This position is eligible for the temporary $3.00 per hour wage enhancement from the Ontario government for hours spent directly supporting clients.
Hours: up to 30 hours per week
Schedule: Work multiple shifts (i.e. workdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays) that may vary between locations.

Responsibilities:

Assists consumers in their own homes with non-medical activities of daily living in accordance with individual service plans and March of Dimes Canada policies and procedures, including:

Personal care

Dressing and grooming

Rising and retiring

Incontinence care (upon training)

Meal preparation and feeding

Range of motion exercises

Light housekeeping duties

Lifts and transfers (upon training)

Performs duties in a professional manner that respects the dignity and right to privacy of consumers and maintains the health and safety of consumers and staff.

Works multiple shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, at various locations throughout the Niagara Region.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain

Experience working with individuals with physical disabilities, older adults, or as an informal caregiver is considered an asset but is not required

Good interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills

Physical Demands Self-Analysis required upon hire

Ability to work flexible and regularly scheduled hours

Valid driver's licence, proof of insurance, and a reliable vehicle required