Home Support Worker (HSW)

Job title: Home Support Worker (HSW)

Company: CarePartners

Job description: Who We AreCarePartners is one of Ontario’s largest accredited home health care providers, providing nursing, personal support, therapy and rehabilitation support services for patients of all ages. We care for approximately 72,000 patients each year in homes, schools, clinics, workplaces and retirement homes, through our 24 locations and 22 nursing clinics. CarePartners is proud of its commitment to quality, relentlessly seeking to improve the patient and caregiver experience, promoting a healthy and resilient workplace culture, and contributing to a sustainable healthcare system in Ontario.We continuously innovate to meet patient needs with specialized (award-winning) care programs and technology, including virtual care and AIOverviewIntake sessions being monthly!This course consists of virtual and in-person training. The following is required for attendance in the program:

• Internet access
• A laptop or device that has a webcam and is compatible with Microsoft Teams (CarePartners equipment will be available to attend training upon request)

What We OfferCompetitive Wages, Incentives and Perks

• 9 days of Full Time PAID virtual training (Monday to Friday)
• 3 days of PAID hands-on skills training with an educator
• Paid orientation and 24 hours of preceptorship from an experienced PSW
• Competitive wage starting at $20.42 per hour
• A special $500 bonus for signing with CarePartners
• PAID MILEAGE at 0.45 per/km PLUS travel time
• Access to group discounts, including exclusive discounts from various retailers
• Total rewards program which includes health & dental benefits
• A robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members
• Flexible hours and a variety of assignments
• Opportunities for continuing education and training
• Hands on mentoring and leadership support
• Opportunities to volunteer in countries with limited access to healthcare services

What The Role InvolvesCarePartners HSWs provide professional, compassionate care in homes and residences in the community. HSWs assist with activities of daily living, allowing patients and families to live life to the fullest with dignity and independence:

• Bathing, showering, personal hygiene
• Dressing
• Meal preparation
• Transferring/repositioning
• Light housekeeping
• Bowel/bladder care
• Socializing and companionship

What You Bring

• A caring nature and willingness to help others through excellent customer service
• A desire to support your community and enhance someone’s quality of life
• Ability to attend the full time training program
• To protect our patients, we require current vulnerable sector check screening, and a clear background check *

CarePartners In Your CommunityIn addition to providing home-based health care, CarePartners also serves the community through clinics, transitional care units, and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program, we’ve been organizing staff-led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009.AccessibilityCarePartners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities. Candidates can request accommodations at any time in the hiring process.

Expected salary: $20.42 per hour

Location: Saint Catharines, ON

Job date: Fri, 20 Sep 2024 07:20:37 GMT

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