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<h2>Full job description</h2>Position summary:As a member of an integrated palliative care team, the Personal Support Worker (PSW) provides compassionate, resident-centred palliative care at Maison Albert House in a casual capacity. This role involves delivering hands-on care and supporting residents and their families through the end-of-life journey. The PSW collaborates with the interdisciplinary team ensuring the highest standards of palliative care are delivered with compassion and respect.Key responsibilities:Care Delivery<ul><li>Provide direct personal resident care while maintaining dignity and comfort for residents.</li><li>Contribute to a secure and respectful environment.</li><li>Work in compliance with all established Health &amp; Safety protocols and policies.</li><li>Monitor residents’ physical, emotional, and psychosocial well-being and report changes or concerns to the Licensed Practical Nurse responsible for the resident or a member of the clinical leadership team in a timely manner.</li><li>Document noted changes or concerns that are communicated (InfoAnywhere)</li><li>Keep an updated daily flowsheet (InfoAnywhere)</li><li>Educate residents and families about end-of-life care, what to expect, and available support services available.</li><li>Assist with in-house housekeeping and kitchen duties.</li></ul>Collaboration &amp; Communication<ul><li>Foster open communication with staff, physicians, residents, and families, creating a positive team environment.</li><li>Offer emotional support to families during the end-of-life process.</li><li>Build strong, collaborative relationships with the healthcare team to enhance care delivery.</li></ul>Compliance &amp; Professional Development<ul><li>Adhere to hospice policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines related to palliative care.</li><li>Participate in training sessions, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.</li><li>Contribute to a culture of excellence and continuous improvement in hospice care.</li></ul>Qualifications and competencies<ul><li>Graduated from an accredited PSW program or a Resident Assistant (RA) program.</li><li>Have knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of Palliative Care and the delivery of personal care services.</li><li>Person-centred approach to care and community relations.</li><li>Proven ability to effectively communicate with all levels of clinical and non-clinical personnel.</li><li>Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.</li><li>Leadership qualities.</li><li>Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.</li><li>Able to perform and prioritize multiple functions and tasks.</li><li>Able to work shift work.</li><li>Experience in palliative care and hospice is an asset.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).</li><li>Fluency in English and in French ESSENTIAL (do NOT apply if you are not fluently bilingual in English &amp; French)</li><li>Satisfactory Criminal and Vulnerable Sector Check.</li></ul>Job Type: CasualPay: $28.87 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>On-site parking</li></ul>Work Location: In person <ul><li> </li></ul>

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