Nexim Healthcare Looking for UCP/Guest Attendant at Waterdown, ON Full Time

Job description Nexim Healthcare Inc. is a diversified health and social care service organization serving the healthcare staff needs of Group Homes, Retirement Communities, and Long-Term Care Facilities. Who We Look for: We are looking to hire qualified Guest Attendant/Health Care Aide/Personal Support Worker (PSW/UCP) for one of our reputable Retirement Residence clients in Dundas ( 255 Governor’s Road, Dundas, ON) , ON a Personal Support Worker, you will assist our clients with all aspects of personal care, developmental needs and help them live more safely and independently. The successful candidate should be patient, compassionate, and client-centric. Complexity and Scope of the Position The Guest Attendant/Health Care Aide/Personal Support Worker provides high quality personal care and other services to Assisted Living Neighborhood residents with physical and cognitive limitations. Using the Person Centered Care approach, the Guest Attendant/Health Care Aide/Personal Support Worker works collaboratively with residents, their family members and the care team to deliver highly individualized care based on each resident’s unique needs. Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for residents, visitors and other staff members. All duties are performed in the best interest of the residents and their families, and in accordance with Chartwell’s vision, mission and values statements. Why Choose Nexim? We have a full comprehension of the healthcare recruitment business. Not only do we strive to satisfy the needs of our clients, but we also value our staff and help them succeed in their careers. Job Responsibilities:

• If the resident need medication, need to inform scheduled nurses.
• Perform activities of daily living such as feeding, grooming, dressing, bathing etc.
• Ensure the fulfillment of individual goals and needs as instructed in the client’s support plans
• Assist in organizing leisure activities while facilitating the integration and inclusion of the community
• Ensure the health, safety, welfare, and independence of our clients
• General household duties such as cleaning, grocery/supply shopping, preparation of meals, and laundry as necessary
• Assist in satisfying the social and emotional needs of the clients
• Document records and reports of daily care: resident incident reports, restraint monitoring records medication administration records, etc.
• Maintain the personal hygiene/ care of our clients
• Adhere to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, participating in the maintenance of a safe, clean community
• Sign on the attendance/ Daily & Overnight inspection sheets
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications: Work Experience:

• 1+ years of relevant experience working as a Personal Support Worker (PSW)
• Experience working in healthcare community centers, long-term care, or with individual clients

Certification

• Certificate from an accredited educational institution
• pharmacology certification
• Valid Vulnerable Sector Check < 6 months
• Covid-19 Vaccination proof ( 3 Doses)

Language Skills

• Ability to communicate in English
• Ability to read medical prescriptions and complete Incident Report Form

Transferable Skills

• Ability to accommodate and take On-Call, all times & weekend shifts as required*
• Ability to comply with standard policies/ procedures and ensure safe work practices
• Eligible Candidates must be flexible in terms of scheduling and have a can-do attitude