Personal Care Worker

Job title: Personal Care Worker

Company: Lac La Ronge Indian Band

Job description: We are looking for a compassionate, caring, patient persons, with upbeat attitudes and strong interpersonal skills. You will need to remain calm during hectic and changing situations. Our Personal Care Workers experience a fast-paced environment where the needs of our clients change throughout the day. This role requires workers to be organized, flexible and adaptable. If you feel like this would be a good fit for your personality and career ambition, we encourage you to apply!About the facility: Elder Catherine Charles Long-term Care Home is responsible for the provision of quality care to clients by providing personal care and respite assistance to clients based on their assessed needs. This is a 24 – hour, 365 days’ facility that provides level 1, 2 and 3 care to residents admitted into the facility. The main goals are to provide direct care and monitor residents’ health conditions.About the position: Working 12-hour shifts with a rotating schedule, Personal Care Workers support and supervise individuals with physical abilities; use a team approach to plan, organize and supervise daily activities; prepare and serve meals as planned; administer prescribed medications;Duties:

• Support and supervise elderly individuals;
• Use a team approach to plan, organize and supervise daily activities, recreational and other services;
• Prepare and serve meals as planned;
• Assess needs of residents on an on-going basis;
• Maintain sanitation of Long-term Care Home;
• 12- hour shift with rotating schedule (Overtime may be required);
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor;

Qualifications:

• Grade 12; combination of education and experience may be considered;
• Continuing Care Aide Certificate,, Personal Care Worker Certificate or Home Health Aide certificate required;
• Certified First Aide & CPR and Safe Food Handling Certificate required or willing to obtain;
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively with the Group home team, and demonstrate strong organizational skills;
• Strong Written and verbal communication;
• Previous home care or childcare experience is an asset;
• Experience working with First Nations Communities is an asset;
• Must Possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License;
• Ability to speak/understand Cree is a definite asset;

Expected salary:

Location: La Ronge, SK

Job date: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 23:07:22 GMT

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