Personal Support Worker

Flexible work hours may include some evenings and weekends

North York Seniors Centre provides programs and services to promote the physical, emotional and social well being of adults 55+ living in our diverse community.

This position reports to the In-Home Services Supervisor.

Responsibilities:
Provide personal care for clients in their homes

Provide light housekeeping for clients in their homes

Report client changes and complete the client progress reports

Qualifications/ Skills:
A graduate of an approved Personal Support Worker program with a school registered with the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities

Completion of a vulnerable sector screening 1 year or less

Up-to-date First Aid and CPR training

Fluent in English and other languages an asset (i.e. Russian, Polish, Chinese, Korean, Farsi)

Ability to work in both community and assisted living setting

Strong communication and written skills

One year of experience working as a personal support worker, an asset

Physically able to support clients during transfers from position to position

Valid driver license and car available; an asset

Participate in continuous quality improvement processes

Maintain a high standard of customer service that is client focused

Location: North York & York region

No phone calls please.

North York Seniors Centre is an equal opportunity employer. Thank you to all who express interest in this position. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

North York Seniors Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Applicants need to make their request for accommodation known when contacted.