Job Description

Alavida Lifestyles is looking to hire a Personal Support Worker (PSW) for our retirement
residences. The PSW reports directly to the Director of Care, taking guidance and
direction from the registered staff. The PSW is responsible for the provision of personal
care which involves the Resident’s needs and preferences whether physical, emotional,
social or culturally sensitive beliefs and values as per their individual plan of care.

As part of Alavida Lifestyles' Mandatory Vaccination Policy, all employees must be fully
vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof of vaccination as a condition of
employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Performs personal care and other assigned duties as per the resident’s plan of

care while assuring the comfort and safety of the resident
- Reports to the DOC resident’s needs or preferences that may impact the delivery

of services and that may differ from the plan of care to ensure an updated plan
of care

- Participates in the development of the resident’s plan of care by communicating

current and accurate information to assist in the formulation of a comprehensive
plan of care

- Promptly reports to the charge nurse or Director of Care any concerns that may

affect the health, physical or emotional wellbeing and/or safety of the resident
- Documents within a timely manner aftercare provision in the Resident Daily





Record as per their care plan; to be completed before the end of the shift
- Maintains confidentiality and privacy as per legislation
- Directs all inquiries regarding residents’ care and health matters to the Nurse on

Duty or DOC

- Deals tactfully and respectfully with residents/families/visitors, Customer service

oriented

- Perform duties as per the job routine established by the Home, such as dietary,

housekeeping and laundry duties in an productive and safe manner

- Collaborate with other team members to promote teamwork and fair

distribution of work duties

- Shares responsibility for the effective use of nursing and resident supplies and

equipment, as well as for the care of residents’ personal belongings

- Attends and participates in continuing education training as scheduled by the

Home

- Performs other duties as requested

QUALIFICATIONS

- Completion and possession of a Personal Support Worker Diploma/Certificate or

equivalent experience
- A valid security/police check for the vulnerable sector
- Experience in retirement or long-term care sector desirable
- Excellent communication and organizational skills. Proficient speaking, reading,

and writing in English, and following oral and written directions

- A high degree of tolerance and patience
- Genuine interest in and concern for seniors
- Yearly Influenza vaccination

📌 Personal Support Worker (Canada)
🏢 Alavida Lifestyles
📍 Canada