PT OR F007- External - East

PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER

PART TIME

WE'RE HIRING

COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAM (F007)

LOCATION:  TORONTO EAST

Toronto East boundaries:

• West - Victoria Park Avenue
• North - Steeles Avenue
• East - Morningside Avenue
• South - Gardiner Exwy/Kingston Rd

WHAT WE OFFER:

• $21.356 - $23.336 per hour plus $3/hr wage premium for eligible hours worked| Paid 30 minutes travel allowance | $0.40/hour in lieu of benefits (Group Benefits if full-time)
• Opportunity to pick up additional hours in a supportive, inclusive & respectful environment
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Pension Plan
• FREE PPE to keep you safe
• FREE Professional Development & Training to grow your skills
• Employee Recognition – Employee Service Recognition Program and more!

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• You will be part of a team that will be provide supports to a specific group of clients.  When out in the community you will work independently in clients’ homes.  You will establish and maintain your relationships with clients.  You will provide personal support services for clients in their homes to assist with activities of daily living. (Including: lifts/transfers, bowel/bladder routines, dressing/undressing, skin care, respiration, meals/drinks, general hygiene).
• Be part of the SEIU union

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• A passion for providing exceptional personal support services to male/female clients
• Ability to lift and transfer clients
• Manages time in co-operation with clients to complete tasks
• Ability to accept direction from client's regarding services
• Excellent  communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving, conflict resolution and judgment skills
• Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with others
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 computer skills (Outlook, Word)

WHAT HOURS YOU’LL WORK totaling 22 hours per week:

• Monday: OFF
• Tuesday:  10:30am – 1:30pm
• Wednesday:  10:30am – 1:30pm
• Thursday:  OFF
• Friday:  OFF
• Saturday:  3:30pm – 11:30pm
• Sunday:  3:00pm – 11:30pm

MAIN INTERSECTIONS:

• M4J (East York/East Toronto): Danforth Village & Danforth East
• M1G (Scarborough): Kingston Road & Markham Road , Markham Road & Ellesmere Road
• M1P (Scarborough): Kennedy Rd & Eglinton Ave E, Birchmount Rd & Lawrence Ave E
• M5M: Avenue Rd & Lawrence Ave, Avenue RD & Wilson Ave

HOW TO QUALIFY:

• Completed a PSW Program that meets the appropriate standards established by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, the National Association of Career Colleges, or the Ontario Community Support Association and must be 600 hours in duration (including class time and practical experience time).  This also includes a PSW Program from an Adult and Continuing Education School Board.
• 6 Months PSW experience gained in the physical disabilities sector
• Ontario Personal Support Worker Association (OPSWA) membership would be considered an asset
• Proof of First Aid and CPR certificate 
• Ability to pass a Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Person)
• Ability to travel between client appointments and willingness to work in the community

If you thrive in an independent work environment and are interested in

"Making a Difference" in our client's lives - then this role is for you!

To learn more about PACE Independent Living check us out at www.pace-il.ca

PACE is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request.

Additional Information
This position is an existing vacancy within the organization.

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