Job Description

Overview

What Makes this Position so Exciting?

In this exciting staffing model, Guaranteed HISH CSWs will have guaranteed & consistent hours of work , week over week and have the opportunity to be a respected member of a larger healthcare team striving to provide high quality patient care and positive transition experience for both the patient and their caregivers.

The hours of work will be 7, 12-hour shifts within a 2-week rotation inclusive of weekends :

Two-week Rotation

Mon/Tues/Sat/Sun

0800 - 2000 hrs

Wed/Thurs/Fri

0800 - 2000 hrs

This is an equivalent of seventy-seven (77) hours per bi-weekly pay period!

We are looking for Community Support Workers (CSWs) to help us bring wrap-around patient-centered care to the Northumberland  Region .

Are you someone we should meet?

What We Offer

• A strong desire and commitment to making a difference in the lives of their patients
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Availability to work non-traditional hours, such as early morning, evenings, and alternate weekends
• A valid driver’s license (G or G2 Classification), access to a reliable vehicle, and proof of automobile insurance
• Valid certificate as a Personal Support Worker, Internationally Trained Nurse, Health Care Aid, Developmental Support Worker, Home Support Worker, or enrollment in a Nursing program
• To protect our patients, we require current vulnerable sector check screening, a clear background check

New Ontario PSW grads may be eligible to * receive a $10,000 bonus**

* From an approved PSW program in Ontario (on or after April 1, 2024)

** in exchange for a commitment to work with us, position for 12 months, payable at 6 months and 12 months must meet HFO eligibility and HFO eligibility status* 

and an additional $10,000 relocation bonus***

*** when relocating to rural, remote or northern area and committing to working with us for 12 months, payable at start and 6 months

What The Role Involves

• Contributing as a valued member of the interdisciplinary care team
• Assisting with daily living activities, such as personal care (rise and retire), assistance with household tasks, respite care, medication assistance, special functions
• Promoting a safe environment by demonstrating proper body mechanics, safe transfer techniques, and home safety
• Providing cognitive, social and/or emotional support to the patient
• Preparing nutritious, varied and economical meals and snacks, including special diets, as determined by the care plan, using proper food preparation, storage, and hygiene practices
• Providing patient status reports and participate in patient/family care planning meetings

What You Bring

• A strong desire and commitment to making a difference in the lives of their patients
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Experience working with patients with significant and complex care needs such as dementia and mental health
• A valid driver’s license and vehicle for which you are insured
• Community Support Worker (e.g.) Personal Support Worker, Internationally Trained Nurse, Health Care Aid, Developmental Support Worker, Home Support Worker, or completion of first year Nursing program with preference given to those with a PSW certificate and/or equivalency
• To protect our patients, we require current vulnerable sector check screening, and a clear background check

CarePartners In Your Community

In addition to providing home-based health care, CarePartners also serves the community through clinics, transitional care units, and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program, we’ve been organizing staff-led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009.

Accessibility

CarePartners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process.

Job Tags

Bi-weekly pay, Work from home, Relocation, Relocation package, Shift work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Early shift,

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