Personal Support Worker - Toronto

Requirements:
Personal Support Worker - Multi- Site except Metro- Strachan
Bargaining Unit Position
Mission Statement: Homes First Society develops and provides affordable, stable housing and support services to break the cycle of homelessness for people with the fewest housing options.
Locations: All Shelters except Metro- Strachan
This position assists clients who are housed within Homes First Society maintain optimal health and mental health stability, while adhering to the mission statement and policies & procedures of Homes First Society.
Job Description:
Assist clients with residency, meals, room cleaning, grooming and hygiene, laundry, recreational and leisure activities and health monitoring
Arrange, remind and/or escort clients to medical, psychiatric, dental and diagnostic appointments and/or treatments
Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
Excellent time management skills
About to work independently and in inter- Dependent teams
Update client files accordingly, keep accurate records and document daily information

Responsibilities:
Personal Support Worker Certification or equivalent work experience.
Knowledge of mental health issues and several years- Experience working with people with mental health issues.
Certificates in First Aid, CPR and Crisis Prevention
Ability to work shifts.
Knowledge of and/or experience with the homeless population, diversity issues, anti- Discrimination practices and systemic reasons for homelessness an asset
Excellent interpersonal skills
Working in an environment where there be smoke is required.
The successful applicant must provide a criminal record check that is satisfactory to Homes First Society.
Homes First Society is an equal opportunity .
Accommodation
Homes First is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier- Free and accessible practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act AODA. Should you require Code- Rotected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Covid- 19 Vaccination Policy
Please note, all candidates offered a position with Homes First from 8, onward must be fully vaccinated and provide proof of their vaccination status as a condition of . Please note Homes First will comply with its human rights obligations and accommodate employees who are legally entitled to accommodation.

Benefits:

Hours of Work: 37. 5 hours weekly, with some flexibility
Days of Work: Tuesday to Saturday, 12 noon to 8pm
Starting Date: ASAP
Salary: $25. 57 per hour As per Collective Agreement
Submit resume to: Yasir. Ansarihomesfirst. On. Ca

JOB TYPE
Work Day: Full Time
Employment type: Permanent Job
Salary: Negotiable
Positions available: 1


JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimal experience: Unspecified
Gender: Indistinct

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