Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Personal Support Worker (PSW) OR 2nd Year Nursing Student

Superior Staff it Inc. in partnership with BookStaff, is a Healthcare Staffing Solution based in Sault Ste. Marie. Since 2017, our mission has been to create innovative staffing solutions, focused on filling the gaps by providing dedicated, compassionate, and ethical healthcare professionals to our community partners. We constantly aim to provide the highest quality of care for our residents, excellent customer service to our partners, and develop a culture that maintains staff satisfaction.

If you want to be part of the solution, apply to Superior Staff it today!

What We Offer

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  Flexible, self-scheduling model (accept shifts through our BookStaff app!).
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  Work-life balance.
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  Rewarding & impactful work.
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  Great compensation.
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  Travel opportunities.
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  Employee Incentives (giveaways, contests & more!).
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  24/7 Support from our team.
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  Paid orientation and training at all of our homes.
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  Additional $7.00/hr on any last-minute shifts posted 8hrs or less prior to the start time.
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  Surge Learning Certificates.

Duties and Responsibilities

Personal Support Workers will be placed in a Long-Term Care Home, hospital, or in the community. The specific responsibilities and duties vary slightly between locations, as well as from shift to shift. These expectations will be communicated during the site-specific orientation. Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

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  Provide one-on-one care to residents and/or clients, ensuring the fulfillment of goals outlined in their care plans.
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  Assist with activities of daily living such as; feeding, lifts & transfers, bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, toileting, meal preparation, light housekeeping, etc.
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  Continuously monitor residents and/or clients and their environment.
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  Document and report any behavioral, physical, or cognitive changes observed.
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  Ensure the health, safety, welfare, and independence of residents and/or clients.
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  Adhere to the Occupational Health and Safety regulations set by the province, as well as the policies and procedures of Superior Staff it and any partnered homes.

Required Skills

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  Ability to meet physical demands of the job, including; extended standing, walking, and lifting using proper technique.
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  Hardworking, compassionate, positive, solution-oriented, and professional.
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  Excellent attendance and punctuality.
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  Ability to adapt to change and remain flexible.
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  Strong organizational skills while being able to maintain high standards under pressure.
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  Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
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  Ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
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  Proficient in technology and have experience managing electronic health records.
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  Excellent listening and interpersonal skills.
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  Ability to comply with standard policies and procedures to ensure a safe work environment.

Qualifications

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  Completion of a recognized PSW program or completion of your first year in a recognized Practical Nursing or BScN program (required).
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  OPSWA membership for internationally educated nurses or physicians (required).
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  Minimum 1-2 years experience (required).
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  LTC experience is considered an asset.
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  Satisfactory Criminal Record Check including the Vulnerable Sector Search.
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  Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination (preferred).
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  Must have access to reliable transportation.
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  A valid driver’s license, access to own vehicle and possessing own car insurance are considered an asset.
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  OPSWA membership is considered an asset.

**ALL NECESSARY PPE WILL BE PROVIDED ON SITE**

Salary: $23.00/hr

Schedule

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  Casual, temp part-time, temp full-time opportunities
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  Day, evening, night shifts
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  Holidays
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  Weekends

If you’re interested in joining our Superior team; apply to this ad, submit your resume to [email protected], or stop by our office at 248 Queen Street East, Sault Ste. Marie.