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Personal Support Worker/Developmental Service Worker

AFIMAC Canada

#PSW #Personal Support Worker #12-hour shifts #First Aid/CPR #Individual Support Plan #DSW #Developmental Service Worker #documentation #crisis management

Quick overview

Work with Individual Support Plans, Positive Behavioural Support Plans and/or other client-specific plans.
Complete required paperwork and documentation daily.
Provide care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
Provide personal care for residents including activities of daily living to support physical, social, and emotional well-being.
Assist clients with standing, walking, sitting, and re-positioning in bed

Requirements summary

PSW or DSW certificate/diploma preferred.
EASNS, ABS, C&Y, ECE, Rec Therapy, SSW, Social Worker, or experience as a PSW accepted.
Experience caring for individuals with developmental disabilities (preferred).
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (preferred).
1-year experience using mechanical lifts and transfer (preferred).
Current vulnerable sector search within 6 months or willing to obtain (mandatory).
Valid First Aid/CPR certificate or willing to obtain (mandatory).
Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
Able and willing to work 12-hour shifts, 7 days per week while on assignment.
Canadian resident and/or legally allowed to work full-time hours within Canada.
Physical capability to stand, bend, walk, crouch, kneel, reach, and lift 23 kilograms independently

PSW or DSW certificate/diploma preferredEASNS, ABS, C&Y, ECE, Rec Therapy, SSW, Social Worker, or experience as a PSW acceptedTeamworkCustomer serviceIndependent workPersonal careCrisis managementDocumentation and paperworkMechanical lift and transfer (preferred)Non-violent crisis intervention (preferred)Communication (written, verbal, non-verbal)English proficiency (written and verbal)Working with Individual Support Plans and Positive Behavioural Support Plans

Job description

AFIMAC Canada is currently hiring Personal Support Workers/Developmental Service Workers for upcoming positions in Southwestern Ontario. Successful candidates must be willing to work 84 hours per week and must be willing to travel and live away from home when required (accommodations and daily meal per diem will be provided). ***Please note this is a temporary contract position, so it may not be suitable to someone currently working full time**
You will earn: - $27.50 per hour before overtime - $30 per day non-taxed meal allowance (when lodging required)
Hotel Accommodations Provided (when required)
Temporary Contract: 1-120 days Experience: Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional personal care and customer service. Physical capabilities: Able to stand, bend, walk, crouch, kneel and reach freely and for extended periods; able to lift 23 kilograms independently; able to assist clients with standing, walking, sitting; able to re-position clients in bed. Basic Duties of AFIMAC PSW's include but are not limited to:
Work with Individual Support Plans, Positive Behavioural Support Plans and/or any other plan set forth specific to the client.
Complete all required paperwork and documentation daily
Provide care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities
Provides personal care for residents including all activities of daily living to ensure their optimum physical, social and emotional well-being. Required Education, Skills and Qualifications:
Strong written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Proven skills to appropriately manage crisis situations
PSW or DSW certificate/diploma preferred
EASNS, ABS, C&Y, ECE, Rec Therapy, SSW, Social Worker or experience as a PSW accepted
Experience caring for individuals with developmental disabilities (preferred)
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (preferred) - 1-year experience using mechanical lifts and transfer (preferred)
Current vulnerable sector search within 6 months or willing to obtain (mandatory)
Valid First Aid/CPR certificate or willing to obtain (mandatory)
Proficiency in English, both written and verbal required

Personal Support Worker/Developmental Service Worker

Personal Support Worker/Developmental Service Worker

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