DEPT/PROGRAM: Regional ProgramsJOB CLASS: Patient Care AssistantEMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part‑TimeRATE OF PAY: $27.95-29.37 per hourWORK SCHEDULE: As scheduled, up to 24 hours per weekEMPLOYEE GROUP: OPSEUPOSTING TYPE: Existing Vacancy/OpenPOSTING DATE: April 1st, 2025HYBRID ELIGIBLE: NoNUMBER: Multiple opportunitiesWaypoint Centre for Mental Health Care is seeking dedicated Patient Care Assistants for its Regional Programs.PLEASE NOTE: If you have a specific preference for which program you would prefer to work on, kindly mention it in your cover letter. We will do our best to accommodate your request.ResponsibilitiesWork under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or Registered Practical NurseInstruct, counsel, and assist patients in personal hygiene, life skills and encourage development of acceptable social behavior, provide direct basic care and assist with activities of daily livingAssist with patient socialization and recreational activities at WaypointReport to the team leader/charge nurse any observations of physical and behavioral issues related to patients, document in the electronic clinical file; maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Mental Health Act and Waypoint policy, and are subject to the same ethical standards as registered staff.Provide a protected, therapeutic environment for patients who are experiencing physical, cognitive, emotional and behavioral challengesProvide escorts of patients within the facility and where appropriate to outside agenciesParticipating in planned and emergency restraintsQualificationsDevelopmental Support Worker diploma, or Personal Support Worker diploma (inclusive of any College,



Private College or Adult Education Facility that includes a minimum of 600 joint classroom and practical experience hours) and/or successful completion of at least one year of a recognized Nursing Program (BScN or Practical Nursing) or diploma/degree in a related healthcare fieldCurrent certification in CPR and First Aid would be an assetDemonstrated knowledge of and/or experience with personal support theory and proceduresExperience with basic patient care procedures (including mobility, hygiene and feeding) and the use of assistive devicesRecent and related experience working in a mental health facility or service is preferredSpecialized education/training in forensics, dual diagnosis, gerontology, and/or addictions considered an assetRecent experience with Patient Safety and Risk Management policies and standards, including all hospital codes and interventionsResults oriented work ethic to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives and deliver quality, consistent and timely resultsDemonstrated leadership, conflict resolution, interpersonal and organizational skillsProven written and verbal communication skillsProven ability to adapt readily to changeModels and promotes core ethical practice, Waypoint Values (Caring, Respect, Accountability, Innovation), and reflects an optimistic and positive attitudePreference for proficiency in French/English languageBenefitsIncludes 6% in lieu of vacation to start and 14% in lieu of benefits OR 10% if enrolling in HOOPPParticipation in the employee referral programAccess to Waypoint’s Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Patient Care Assistant (Pt) - $27.9 - $29.4 An Hour - Part Time (Midland)
🏢 Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care
📍 Midland