Participation Lodge Grey-Bruce is a not-for-profit organization that strives to
empower and enrich the lives of the individuals we support. Our dedicated team is
committed to helping individuals with complex needs achieve a true “quality of
life” which goes well beyond the basic needs of personal care. Clients are seen as
individuals, each with their own physical and emotional needs. We have an
amazing group of staff providing support for our clients and their choices,
throughout our various programs and locations across the Grey-Bruce region. Our
main physical site in Holland Centre is currently seeking a Personal Support
Worker to join our dedicated team!
Participation Lodge is home to 23 individuals. Our small size and focus on
individualized support allows for more flexibility and a balanced work environment
compared to large care facilities or hospitals. For more information about us and
what we do, please visit www.participationlodge.com
What we offer:
- RRSP plan with employer contributions
- A fun and caring atmosphere
- Free, on-site gym membership
- Training opportunities
- Discounted Meals
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Casual Dress
What you will do:
- Provide a wide range of support for individuals following Individualized Support Plans (ISP)
- Assist with day-to-day needs
- Enhance the ability of the individual to lead a self-determining life.
- Assist clients with taking medications accurately and in accordance with agency policy and procedures
- Observes and implements appropriate actions to promote heathy living and prevent illness and accidents
- Use appropriate first aid/ safety procedures when responding to emergencies
- Assist individual in keeping and following through on all health appointments
- Collaborate with other services to provide dynamic and individualized community supports
- Support physical and communication developments, or other goals set by the individuals
- Uphold the 11 key client rights as outlined in the PLGB mission statement and values (visit our website for more information: participationlodge.com)
Qualifications:
- Completion of relevant college-level PSW training (preferred).
- Professional or personal experience working with individuals who have complex needs (preferred).
- Ability to work independently and in collaboration with a team
- Valid CPR and First Aid certification (preferred, will provide training)
- Safe Management certified, (preferred or willingness to complete inhouse training)
- A clean driver's abstract to be added to company insurance, if use of our vehicles is required. (Successful applicants will be required to provide an up-to-date driver's abstract).
- Have a clear vulnerable sector screen, or willing to obtain.
- Comprehensive Health Screen, including a TB test.
PLGB is committed to Employment Equity, welcomes diversity in the workplace and
encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of
visible minorities, indigenous persons and persons with disabilities. PLGB is committed
to recognizing the dignity and independence of all and seeks to ensure that persons
with disabilities have genuine, open and unhindered access to the agency’s employment
opportunities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please
let us know when you submit your application or at any point during the recruitment process.
PLGB does not use AI in it's recruitment process.
Pay: From $27.73 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Please provide an email address at which we may contact you:
- Do you have any concerns about your Driver's Abstract record? Do you have a valid G licence with 3 demerit points or less?
- Are you located in Grey-Bruce county or willing to commute?
Work Location: In person
