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{ ''@context'': ''http://schema.org'', ''@type'': ''JobPosting'', ''datePosted'': ''2023-10-26'', ''description'': ''Requisition Details:\u00A0\nEmployment Status: Permanent, Part Time (0.6 FTE)Program Name: In-Home RespiteNumber of Hours Bi-Weekly: 45Work Schedule: DaysUnion/Bargaining Unit: OPSEUOn Call:\u00A0NoJob Summary:\nThe Personal Support Workers/Developmental Service Worker, Respite will work within the framework of Continuous Quality Improvement, VON District Philosophy, policies and procedures, standards and application legislation. Contributes to the fulfillment of the VON Mission Statement to develop and/or promote programs to meet community needs. Respite workers provide programming in the home to support the well being of clients and provide caregiver relief.\nResponsibilities:\nThe successful candidates will be responsible for providing companionship, personal care and health maintenance services to clients in their home, within the framework of VON's philosophy, policies, standards and legislation.\nQualifications:\n\nPersonal Support Worker Certificate or Developmental Service Worker Certificate\nCurrent Standard First Aid Certificate\nGentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) training an asset.\nProven experience working with individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia's.\nWorking with Dementia Certificate or equivalent training in dementia care an asset\nAbility to work flexible hours\nExcellent oral and written communication, interpersonal and organization skills\nAbility to work independently and problem solve\nAbility to adapt to change and work in various social and economic environments\nMust have personal vehicle and possess both a current driver\u2019s license and proof of vehicle insurance\nA current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required upon the start of your employment\nA vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required\nAbility to speak French is an asset in French Designated areas\n\nWork Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced Environment; Attention to Detail; Lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques; Bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch\u00A0using good body mechanics; Walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; Fine hand movements\nVON Canada is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and to providing accessibility accommodations for candidates who require them. If you are in need of accessibility support, please visit our website at\u00A0http://www.von.ca/en/accessibility\u00A0for further information and contact details.\nAttention Current Employees (Internal Applicants):\u00A0If you are applying to a unionized position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position(s). If the posting remains open after the initial deadline, VON may close the posting at its\u2019 discretion or a rolling deadline equivalent to the posting period specified in your Collective Agreement will be deemed, and each successive period will be treated as a separate posting for purposes of comparing seniority between candidates.'', ''hiringOrganization'': { ''@type'': ''Organization'', ''name'': ''VON Canada (Ontario)'', ''logo'': ''https:\/\/app.jobvite.com\/logo\/su4837_WkTQkfuU400x400_1551314141396_Subsidiary.png'' } ''employmentType'': ''Permanent, Part Time'', ''industry'': ''Personal Support Worker (PSW)'', ''identifier'': ''oH39pfw2'', ''jobLocation'': [ { ''@type'': ''Place'', ''address'': { ''@type'': ''PostalAddress'', ''addressLocality'': ''Kingston'', ''addressRegion'': ''Ontario'', ''addressCountry'': ''Canada'' } } ], ''title'': ''Personal Support Worker (PSW, DSW, HSW, HCA) (RPT 0.6)'', ''baseSalary'': { ''@type'': ''MonetaryAmount'', ''currency'': '''', ''value'': { ''@type'': ''QuantitativeValue'', ''minValue'': '''', ''maxValue'': '''', ''unitText'': '''' } } } Personal Support Worker (PSW, DSW, HSW, HCA) (RPT 0.6) Apply Apply Later Personal Support Worker (PSW) Kingston, Ontario Permanent, Part Time ReqID: 38809 Description Position at VON Canada (Ontario) Requisition Details: Employment Status: Permanent, Part Time (0.6 FTE)Program Name: In-Home RespiteNumber of Hours Bi-Weekly: 45Work Schedule: DaysUnion/Bargaining Unit: OPSEUOn Call: NoJob Summary: The Personal Support Workers/Developmental Service Worker, Respite will work within the framework of Continuous Quality Improvement, VON District Philosophy, policies and procedures, standards and application legislation. Contributes to the fulfillment of the VON Mission Statement to develop and/or promote programs to meet community needs. Respite workers provide programming in the home to support the well being of clients and provide caregiver relief. Responsibilities: The successful candidates will be responsible for providing companionship, personal care and health maintenance services to clients in their home, within the framework of VON's philosophy, policies, standards and legislation. Qualifications: Personal Support Worker Certificate or Developmental Service Worker Certificate Current Standard First Aid Certificate Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) training an asset. Proven experience working with individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia's. Working with Dementia Certificate or equivalent training in dementia care an asset Ability to work flexible hours Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal and organization skills Ability to work independently and problem solve Ability to adapt to change and work in various social and economic environments Must have personal vehicle and possess both a current drivers license and proof of vehicle insurance A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required upon the start of your employment A vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required Ability to speak French is an asset in French Designated areas Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced Environment; Attention to Detail; Lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques; Bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch using good body mechanics; Walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; Fine hand movements VON Canada is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and to providing accessibility accommodations for candidates who require them. If you are in need of accessibility support, please visit our website at http://www.von.ca/en/accessibility for further information and contact details. Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants): If you are applying to a unionized position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position(s). If the posting remains open after the initial deadline, VON may close the posting at its discretion or a rolling deadline equivalent to the posting period specified in your Collective Agreement will be deemed, and each successive period will be treated as a separate posting for purposes of comparing seniority between candidates. VON Canada is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and to providing accessibility accommodations for candidates who require them. If you are in need of accessibility support, please visit our website at http://www.von.ca/en/accessibility for further details. VON Canada is committed to embracing and celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion (EDI) as fundamental to living out our values of Respect, Compassion, and Excellence in all that we do. Apply Apply Later Back to Current Openings Share lang: en_US LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Email
