PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER

PART-TIME

WE'RE HIRING

Outreach Program

Part Time Independent Living Assistant

LOCATION: TORONTO WEST

Toronto West boundaries:

- West - Highway 27
- North - Steeles Avenue
- East - Keele Street
- South - Lakeshore Blvd

Travel from one client booking to the next is required & must be available to work the following weekly schedule totaling 19.5 hours:

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY 7am-9am

M9W

7am-9am

M9W

7:30pm-9pm

M9W

OFF OFF OFF 9am-12pm

M9R

10am-1pm

M9R

10am-1pm

M9R

10pm-11pm

M6S

12:30pm-1:30pm

M6M

6 hrs 6 hrs 3 hrs 4.5 hrs

NOTE: This schedule may change based on client’s needs and operational requirements.

MAIN INTERSECTIONS:

M9W

- Finch Ave W & Humber College Blvd

M9R

- Islington Ave & St.Andews Blvd
- Dixon Rd & Martingrove Rd

M6S

- Bloor Street West & Old Mill Dr.

M6M

- Black Creek Dr. & Trethewey Dr.

Position Summary:

The Independent Living Assistant is responsible for delivering front-line support services as requested or directed by clients and as set out in each client's service contract, ensuring that client's needs are met safely, efficiently and effectively.

Qualifications:

- Completed a PSW Program that meets the appropriate standards established by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, the National Association of Career Colleges, or the Ontario Community Support Association and must be 600 hours in duration (including class time and practical experience time). This also includes a PSW Program from an Adult and Continuing Education School Board.
- 1-year PSW experience gained in the physical disabilities sector
- Ontario Personal Support Worker Association (OPSWA)



membership would be considered an asset
- Proof of First Aid and CPR certificate
- Ability to pass a Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Person)

Skills:

- Ability to meet the support care needs, as directed by the client
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- A physical requirement to be able to transfer clients
- Friendly and professional manner
- Effective verbal, written and listening communication skills
- Effective problem solving and conflict management skills
- Valuable Microsoft Office 365 computer skills (Word, Outlook)
- Must be able to demonstrate understanding/knowledge of PACE policies & procedures
- Knowledge of worker responsibilities under the Occupational Health and Safety Act

As per “Appendix A” of the SEIU Collective Agreement the hourly rate for the Independent Living Assistant (part-time), including $0.30/hour in lieu of benefits, is:

Start Rate: $21.356

After Probation: $22.651

After 1Year: $23.736

PLEASE NOTE: plus $3/hr wage premium for eligible hours worked

PACE is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request.

Additional Information

This position is an existing vacancy within the organization.

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INDHP

📌 Part Time Independent Living Assistant - #26.PT.OR.ILA. (Toronto)
🏢 PACE Independent Living
📍 Toronto