Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Adult Day Program

Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Vaughan Adult Day Program Full-time Position

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Return of Service: $10,000 to new or recent PSW graduates as of April 1, 2023, in exchange for a 12-month full-time commitment

The Adult Day Program (ADP) is a full-day community-based program providing respite to caregivers and individualized care plans for older adults and persons with age-related conditions. It includes a variety of social and wellness activities, companionship, nutritious snacks, and lunch in a safe, friendly environment addressing social isolation.

Role Overview:

Reporting to the Day Program Supervisor, you will provide personal care and social support.

Position Requirements:

• PSW certificate required
• Cognitive dementia experience
• Experience in Adult Day Program setting, an asset
• LTC experience an asset
• First Aid and CPR certification mandatory
• Experience working with/caring for seniors
• Well-developed team skills, leadership skills with ability to take initiative
• Effective problem solving and conflict management skills in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work well within a changing environment
• Strong effective communication in English (verbal/written)
• Demonstrated strong customer service skills
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills
• Computer competency – Word, Outlook, database
• Successful completion of Food Handlers course
• Medication management an asset
• Driver's license an asset
• Fluency in both official languages (English & French) or other language(s), an asset.

Responsibilities:

• Providing personal care, escorting & transferring, meal preparation to clients of the Adult Day Program
• Assisting with the ADP programs and completing computer documentation.

CHATS is an equal opportunity employer.