Personal Support Worker- Men's Centre- Relief
Personal Support Worker- Men's Centre- Relief
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Job Description
Hours The successful candidates must be available for relief work 12 hours shifts.
Who We Are
At Good Shepherd we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and selfdetermination for individuals and families. To learn more about Good Shepherd visit our website at
This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd MENS CENTRE Transitional Beds Program.
If youre passionate about helping others and Ready to take your career to the next level while making a real difference in our community we want to hear from you!
How You Will Make an Impact
Our Transition Beds Program provides briefstay residential care in a community setting to marginalized individuals being discharged from hospital who require ongoing medical care and personal support services to support recovery and reintegration into the community.
We are seeking Personal Support Worker professionals interested in working in a fastpaced setting responding to the needs of people impacted by poverty homelessness mental health issues and substance use. Successful candidates will be part of a multidisciplinary team that facilitates improved health status and timely effective discharge to community for service users.
Responsible for participating in Good Shepherds Health and Safety programs procedures procedures and work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations to minimize risk to clients staff and others as well as to the property of the Good Shepherd.
What Youll Bring to Our Team
- A PSW certificate in good standing from an approved and recognized institution
- Experience working with individuals with complex health and social needs
- Ability to work within a Harm Reduction framework
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Good judgement problem solving and assessment skills
- Fluency in a 2nd language is an asset
- CPR certification or willingness to be certified is required
- Committed to antiracist/antioppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd
- Demonstrated understanding of workplace health and safety practices and understanding of an employees responsibility under current legislation.
What We Offer
- Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
- Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Staff recognition programs along with access to selfcare supports and EMPLOYEE /
- FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
- POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
- Make a difference and provide HOPE.
Join our team and be part of a group that values hard work dedication and the importance of maintaining a positive environment for everyone.
Good Shepherd a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God is an equal opportunity employer operating within an antiracist and antioppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.
Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations please contact Human Resources at.
Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview.
Employment Type
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