Unregulated Care Provider (UCP)

Unregulated Care Provider (UCP):
CareKW is looking for experienced, skilled and reliable individuals to join our team as a UCP to provide support in Facility and Community settings.

CareKW is focused on creating a team of qualified individuals to enhance and advance the health of the community. We are open to UCP's with a variety of backgrounds and training expertise.

Shift Details:
Employment Type: Full time
Pay Range: $20 - $23/ hour
Shift timing: 8 hour - 12 hour rotational shifts between 6AM and 11PM
Schedule:10 shifts biweekly, every other weekend required

The CareKW Difference:

• Competitive starting wages
• Continuing education and training programs
• Mentorship opportunities
• Health care Spending Account
• Group Retirement Savings Program'

Responsibilities:

• Complete regular caregiver skill evaluations, address concerns as appropriate in collaboration with nursing team.
• Address client or caregiver queries or concerns related to the provision of care (in person or by telephone)
• Perform client intake assessments prior to the start of services and complete client update assessments as needed throughout the duration of service; communicate focus of intervention to client and family
• Create and maintain client care plans based on client’s identified care needs; communicate changes in client’s health status or discrepancies in assigned care tasks to community care coordinator
• Be flexible in covering open shifts and display willingness to adjust work schedule to ensure coverage in the community
• Work with clients to establish meaningful goals to increase their function at home
• Work as a dynamic part of a multidisciplinary team
• Assist with policy creation as needed
• Be responsive to emails and calls as needed
• Provide client-centered, family-centered care
• Must be available for rotating shifts.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in providing personal care
• Preferred post-secondary education in related care fields of PSW/HCA/ DSW certification
• Hold a valid G drivers license and willing to commute between Brantford, St Catharines and Hamilton
• Willing to commute to Kitchener once per week
• Valid work/study permit (if applicable)
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification
• Clean Vulnerable Sector Screening (within 3 months of hire)
• Up-to-date Immunization Records (MMR, TDAP, Varicella, Hep B)
• Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) considered an asset
• Non-Violence Crisis Intervention (NVCI) considered an asset
• Documentation skills
• Ability to follow client care plan
• Strong communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent patient service skills

CareKW is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

Your application will be reviewed by our HR team. We do not use AI or automated systems to screen, assess, or make hiring decisions.