02 Oct
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Baycrest
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Toronto
Join Baycrest Hospital as a Personal Support Worker in the Behavioural Neurology unit. Provide vital care for patients with neurocognitive disorders, ensuring their safety and well-being each shift. This temporary part time position involves caring for patients experiencing dementia-related behaviors. As a Personal Support Worker, you will collaborate closely with nurses to support physical and personal care needs including hygiene, grooming, and emotional well-being.
Your role will help maintain patient dignity and independence while fostering relationships with clients and their families. Key Responsibilities:
- Support physical and personal care alongside nursing staff
- Promote patients’ independence and dignity daily
- Establish relationships with clients and their families
- Record nutrition and hydration intake for proper care
- Assist in preventative skincare to ensure health Requirements:
- Current P.S.W. certificate from a recognized institution
- Experience in Post-Acute or Acute Care settings
- Training in Gentle Persuasive Approach valued
- Background in psychogeriatrics and responsive behaviors
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills Become an integral part of the care team assisting dementia patients at Baycrest Hospital.
📌 Behavioural Neurology Personal Support Worker (Toronto)
🏢 Baycrest
📍 Toronto