Job Order Detail

Description

Bayshore Home Health has been enhancing the quality of life, dignity and independence of Canadians in their homes since 1966.  Canadian owned and operated, we are the countrys largest provider of home and community health care services.

We strive to make a difference in our clients lives  every visit, every time.

JOB SUMMARY    

The Personal Support Worker (PSW)/Continuing Care Aide (CCA), under the direction of the immediate Supervisor, provides personal care services to clients and assists clients with the activities of daily living as described in the care plan, and in accordance with all required internal and external standards of practice.
Education
Graduation from an accredited Continuing Care Aid Program. The Personal Support Worker must, within their scope of practice, have a solid knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of community nursing and the delivery of personal care service to clients.

Other Skills and Abilities
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in either English or French. Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to stand, bend, squat, kneel and reach freely; able to lift 23 kilograms; able to assist clients with standing, walking, sitting and rolling in bed; demonstrated ability to follow written and verbal instructions as related to client care; able to travel locally from assignment to assignment.

The Personal Care Worker works under the direction of the Supervisor in accordance with all required internal and external standards of practice. Duties may include: Skin Care, Hair Care, Mouth Care, Bathing, Bowel and Bladder Care, Positioning and Movement, Exercise, Basic Wound Care, Feeding Including Special Diets, and Assistance with Oxygen Administration and Medication Reminder.
Bayshore Recruiters will not ask for personal banking information during an interview.