22 Oct
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Yee Hong Centre For Geriatric Care
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Toronto
22 Oct
Yee Hong Centre For Geriatric Care
Toronto
About the Employer
Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care (Yee Hong) is a recognized leader in senior care, dedicated to providing exceptional, culturally inclusive services that enhance the well-being of older adults. With a strong reputation for excellence in long-term care, community programs, and aging-in-place initiatives, Yee Hong is committed to supporting seniors in living with dignity, independence, and the best possible quality of life. At the core of its mission is a focus on compassionate, person-centered care tailored to the unique needs of diverse communities. Yee Hong is one of the foremost providers of culturally appropriate senior care in the country, delivering high-quality resident experience and care to Chinese and other Asian seniors since 1994. The organization operates 805 long-term care beds and 308 seniors’ apartment units, with an additional 224 long-term care beds opening in a new home in early 2027. In addition, Yee Hong offers four campuses of managed care, a hospice residence, and a wide range of community-based senior and caregiver support services. Through this comprehensive network, the organization serves more than 15,000 individuals annually across the Greater Toronto Area.
Position Title
Personal Support Worker (Permanent Night Shift)
Key Responsibilities
The Personal Support Worker (PSW) will provide personal care to assist clients in their daily activities and personal hygiene. The PSW will support the clients' physical, social and emotional needs in a safe manner, in accordance with the organization's resident-centered approach, complying with relevant government standards, residents' rights and the organization's mission and philosophy.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an approved Personal Support Worker course in Ontario, or equivalent
- Experience in long term care setting an asset
- Current CPR Certificate
- Registration with Health and Supportive Care Providers Oversight Authority (HSCPOA) preferred.
- Resident-centered care focus with strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative, problem-solve and time manage
- Ability to work independently as well as be an active, positive team player
- Behavioural management training (Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA), U-First, CPI) an asset
- Computer literacy (Point Click Care, MS Office).
- Basic knowledge of Workday an asset.
- Ability to speak and converse in Chinese an asset
Additional Information
- Working Conditions: Considerable standing, walking, lifting and bending Exposure to all resident care elements through regular resident contact.
- Ability to work permanent night shifts, including weekends and short shifts.
- May be required to work an alternate shift(s) to meet operational needs (e.g., emergency, training, accommodation, etc.) as per scheduling practices
Salary Range: $25.41 - $27.62
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive total compensation package
- Multi-employer pension plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Ongoing learning and development
- Employee education assistance program
- Award winning corporate culture
- Safe, inclusive and supportive work environment
Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements for the open position.
Successful applicants must provide a recent satisfactory vulnerable sector police reference check and medical clearance certificate.
Our hiring process involves the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with screening of the applicants’ resume.
If contacted for this employment chance, please advise if you require any accommodation.
Yee Hong’s vision is 'Seniors living their lives to the fullest - with health, independence and dignity'.
Yee Hong also supports other organizations with innovating seniors care through its advisory services, training and learning centre, and research.
Since the start of our operations 1994, Yee Hong has been successfully accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada seven consecutive times for our teams’ commitment to highest quality care and service excellence.
As a recipient of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture Award in 2020 and renewed in 2021 and 2022, Yee Hong is committed to innovation, diversity, teamwork, integrity, collaboration and accountability.
Our people are the reason our residents and clients receive excellent care and enjoy a high quality of life.
Yee Hong’s progressive organizational culture and work environment attract, retain and develop the best staff, volunteers and students.
📌 Personal Support Worker (Toronto)
🏢 Yee Hong Centre For Geriatric Care
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