Personal Support Worker - Timber Trails Retirement Residence

The PSW role is essential in ensuring patients' comfort, safety, and well-being, providing a vital support system for those with limited independence.

Key Responsibilities:

Personal Care:

• Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
• Help with mobility and transferring patients (e.g., from bed to wheelchair ,showering, diaper changing ).
• Provide incontinence care.

Health Monitoring

• Observe and report changes in patient condition (e.g., vital signs, symptoms).
• Administer basic medical treatments as directed by healthcare professionals (e.g., administering medications, basic wound care).

Daily Living Assistance:

• Help with bringing  residents down to the dining area feeding.
• Assist with housekeeping, laundry, and maintaining a clean environment.
• Doing  activities with the residents 

Emotional Support:

• Provide companionship and emotional support to individuals.
• Promote patient independence and dignity.
• Build positive relationships with clients and families.

Documentation:

• Maintain accurate records of patient care, activities, and health changes.
• Communicate regularly with the healthcare team regarding patient needs.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Completion of a Personal Support Worker program or equivalent certification.

Skills:

• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic demeanor.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting and assisting with mobility.

Certifications:

• First aid and CPR certification
• Police clearance required.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time, part-time, or casual hours depending on the setting.
• Work in Timber Trails Retirement Home
• May require working evenings, weekends, and holidays.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please email your resume and cover letter to: ankush_ind@yahoo.com