Personal Support Worker

Job Number: J- Job Title: Personal Support Worker Job Category: Continuing Care & Support (CCA, PSW, Support Worker, Caregiver) Job Type: Permanent Part Time Date Posted: February 20, Closing Date: March 16, Schedule: Rotational Number of Positions: 9

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for a Personal Support Worker to join our Parkland Ancaster team based in Ancaster, Ontario.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Approximate hourly wage: $21.32 – $22.58
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program (eligible immediately upon hire)
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through the Shannex Centre of Excellence
  Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
  Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Assists residents with hygiene and daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals, and mobilizing according to the work assignment.
• Collaborates with the resident and other members of the interdisciplinary team in the development of individualized Resident Care Plan.
• Assists in the planning and implementation of resident leisure activities daily.
• Assists with light housekeeping duties.
• Performs delegated nursing acts according to company policy and scope of practice.
• Communicates and reports relevant information regarding resident care or safety to Supervisor
• Additional duties as required

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• A valid Personal Support Worker diploma
• Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening upon hire.
• Advanced proficiency in the English language is required, proficiency in French considered an asset.
• Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care course considered an asset.
• Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset.
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care

About Us

Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since , Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit .