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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a compassionate, dedicated Personal Support Worker to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing personal care and support to individuals who are unable to perform daily tasks independently due to physical or mental health challenges. This includes assisting with personal hygiene, meal preparation, medication administration, and mobility. The Personal Support Worker will also be responsible for monitoring the individual's health, reporting changes to the healthcare team, and providing emotional support. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to providing high-quality care, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. This role requires a high level of patience, empathy, and resilience, as well as the ability to handle physically demanding tasks.
Responsibilities
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- Preparing meals and assisting with feeding
- Administering medication as directed by healthcare professionals
- Monitoring individuals' health and reporting changes to the healthcare team
- Providing emotional support and companionship
- Assisting with mobility and physical therapy exercises
- Performing light housekeeping duties
- Transporting individuals to appointments and social activities
- Maintaining accurate records of care provided
- Adhering to all healthcare regulations and standards
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of a recognized Personal Support Worker program
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification
- Experience in a similar role
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Physical stamina and resilience
- Patience and empathy
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Clean criminal record check
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with personal care tasks?
- How do you handle stressful situations?
- Can you describe a time when you had to handle a difficult situation in your previous role?
- What strategies do you use to manage your time effectively?
- How do you ensure the dignity and privacy of the individuals you care for?