Personal Support Worker (PSW) - HHP Homeless Health Program$41,928.12 - $50,418.82 CAD per yearHomeless Health ProgramThe Homeless Health Program is a Nurse Practitioner‑led initiative that provides essential healthcare services to individuals who are homeless, precariously housed, or transitioning out of homelessness in the Peel Region. Our dedicated team of Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses, and Personal Support Workers work together to ensure patients receive the care they need, where and when they need it. The program manages 45 medical beds at the Dundas Street Shelter, providing 24/7 care, as well as daytime mobile primary care services at other shelters and drop‑ins across the region.Our medical services include:Care for chronic conditions like diabetesMedication managementSupport for substance withdrawal and pain managementWound careMental health services and stabilizationMonitoring and support after hospital staysBy providing these services, we help hospitals make best use of their emergency and acute care resources and help patients who no longer need to stay in the hospital but still require medical support continue their recovery in a shelter bed with healthcare services.ResponsibilitiesThe Personal Support Worker will be a valued and trusted companion to people experiencing homelessness by providing assistance with day‑to‑day living activities including personal care, meal set up, lifestyle assistance and light housekeeping duties. You will also encourage and assist the client in engaging in exercise, leisure and social activities to promote physical and mental wellbeing while fostering independence. The Personal Support Worker will work with their team to develop care plans,



engage in constant client assessment, communicate effectively with colleagues, clients and families, and deliver client‑focused care within the scope of their practice.Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Experience)Personal Support Worker Certificate from a recognized and accredited school.Two to three years’ experience working with people experiencing homelessness or precariously housed in a community/home setting is an asset.Essential Competencies (Skills and Attributes)Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional care and customer service to clients and partnersAbility to work independently and function as a team member, contributing to the growth of the team.Experience working with communities and individuals who face barriers accessing traditional health care institutions such as poverty, discrimination, mental health, and substance use issues.An understanding of and critical analysis of the determinants of health and social factors, such as power dynamics that affect individual,



organizational and community health.Excellent written communication and oral skills that meet the needs of the individual and/or community at the appropriate literacy level.Experience working with confidential and time‑sensitive documents and information.Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.Experience working in a value‑based non‑profit or social services organization.Demonstrated ability to work independently and interdependently in an interdisciplinary team setting in which the skills and responsibilities of each team member are recognized and respected.Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers and various computer software applications, such as Electronic Medical Record (EMR).Ability to multi‑task when delegated.Strong communication, verbal, listening and writing skills.Flexibility and ability to work all shifts and between multiple sites as necessary.Good assessment and critical thinking skills.Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding.Oral and/or written fluency in other languages relevant to the community the program serves is a definite asset.Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to participate in WellFort’s commitment to becoming an inclusive, barrier‑free health centre and an ability to work in an interdisciplinary team. We encourage applications from individuals who can identify with the diverse communities we serve and invite these candidates to voluntarily share their relevant identities as part of their application.Vaccination RequirementAs a condition of employment, new WellFort staff must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy unless they have received an exemption from vaccination under the Ontario Human Rights Code. Proof of vaccination status will be required before the first day of work or proof of a religious or medical exemption, if applicable.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Personal Support Worker (Psw) - Hhp - C$41,928.1 - C$50,418.8 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 WellFort
📍 Winnipeg