DEPARTMENT: REGIONAL DEMENTIA CARE SERVICE � OAK LODGE / SPECIALIZED ADULT REHABILITATION AND TRANSITIONAL SERVICE � NICKEL LODGE
POSITION: THREE (3) PART TIME PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKERS
SITE: NBRHC � KIRKWOOD PLACE (SUDBURY)
HOURS: DAYS, EVENINGS, NIGHTS, AND WEEKENDS
SALARY: $23.604 (Min.) - $24.485 (Max.)
Pay rate, benefits and other terms and conditions are as per the CUPE (Local 139) Collective Agreement
Regional Dementia Care Program (Oak Lodge)
The Regional Dementia Care Program provides comprehensive specialized assessment and treatment of older adults (usually >65 years old) and/or adults with an age-related dementia, which is complicated by behavioural and psychological symptoms, and/or medical comorbidities that exceed the capacity of the community, general hospital, complex continuing care and long-term care system.
Specialized Adult Rehabilitation and Transitional Services (Nickel Lodge) Nickel Lodge is a Specialized Adult Rehabilitation and Transitional Service which provides care and support to those with a severe mental illness who often present with a co-morbid condition and a focus on concurrent disorders to substance use. It is a specialized unit that is patient driven, recovery oriented and integrates patient wishes and goals through a wellness framework.
These programs are co-located at Kirkwood Place and our positions provide the unique opportunity to support and work with both diverse populations.
QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
Personal Support Worker Diploma, or successful completion of the second (2nd) semester of the Bachelor of Science in nursing degree program required
Minimum of two years experience working with individuals with dementia or mental illness required
Understanding of best practices in Responsive Behaviours in Dementia required
Ability to support daily routines through direct support, prompting and encouragement required
Current CPR certification required
Ability to function as a member of a Multidisciplinary Team required
Excellent level of interpersonal and communications skills (written and verbal) required
Must be available to work all shifts (days, evenings, nights)
Computer application experience required
Must be willing to work shifts in other programs as required
Educational assets: UFIRST, Montessori Methods for Dementia, GPA, ASSIST, Mental Health First Aid
Must demonstrate commitment to ensure your safety, the safety of fellow workers, patients, volunteers, and visitors
Must support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events in this organization
Good attendance and work record required
Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset
Criminal Reference Check including the Vulnerable Sector Check:
recent within six (6) months is a requirement
Interested candidates are asked to submit your resume and cover letter with a copy of this job posting with completed qualification checked off ✔ beside each qualification you hold. Please quote File CUPE MH-21-PSW - KIRKWOOD to:
Email: careers@nbrhc.on.ca
Human Resources
50 College Drive
P.O. Box 2500
North Bay, ON P1B 5A4
