Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

Position Description - Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Reports To:

RN/RPN

Purpose of Position:

Functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team under the guidelines of the nursing process, providing hands-on care to residents.

Education Skills/Qualifications:

Graduate of a Certified Health Care Aide or Personal Support Worker Program.

(effective 2002 must have a PSW certificate).

Experience in Geriatrics

Areas of Employment Expectations/Accountabilities & Responsibility:

Is responsible under the direction of the Director of Resident Care and/or other supervisory nursing personnel, for the carrying out of the established procedures set forward at Eventide Home.

Is expected to be supportive of the mission statement at Eventide Home.

Provide for a clean/tidy setting for the residents and in staff work areas.

Exhibits patience,



understanding and respect for residents and their families and is expected to be diligent in carrying out assigned duties in and efficient and timely fashion.

Politely refer questions from family members or visitors to the Director of Resident Care or RN in charge.

Confidentiality is imperative on and off duty in matters pertaining to the Residents, staff and other Home related business.

Assess basic needs of the residents and follow-up accordingly, asking direction from charge nurse / RPN regarding a change in a residents health care status and whenever necessary.

Provide all general nursing care and personal care to both male and female residents, providing &/or assisting as required with: I. daily baths/dressing/ general grooming II. tub baths/shower weekly/or more frequently as required, assist in/out of bathing system III. oral care / mouth care of permanent teeth & denture care. IV. nail care / finger and toenail care (except Diabetic or compromised Vascular Disease conditions). V. eye care, including eyewear VI. shaving of facial hair / makeup as requested VII. lifts & transfers, as to position resident in a position comfortable to them VIII.



toileting as needed/responsible for ensuring bed pans and commodes are clean after use and ensure proper use and application of designated incontinent products for each individual resident.

Spot cleaning of accidental soiling of floors as required.

Check daily BM records and assist resident with bowel management as directed by the RN.

Carry out treatments as directed; I. creams /ointments, skin care, turning/positioning, passive exercises, catheter/peri care II. testing urine, specimen collection, walking programs.

And all other physical assistance required by our residents.30

Prepare body of resident after death for viewing and transfer to funeral home.

Assist with dietary needs as required; I. transporting residents to/from the DR II. transferring residents to chairs III. preparing & supervising the meal, (cutting meat etc.) IV. providing tray service to ill residents/return trays to kitchen after use V. providing drinks/nourishments VI. monitoring residents with feeding problems VII. feeding/encouraging resident with their meal as necessary VIII. monitoring intake and providing follow-up

Provide for socialization needs; I. transport to activities II. assist with activity programs as needed III. spend time visiting with residents who are lonely IV. provide reassurance to residents/families

Reports to the RN/RPN any concerns/ changes in condition regarding residents and accepts and abides by the decision made by the RN regarding care of residents, & documenting as required by the facility.

Assist in development/revision of individualized resident care plans I. Participates as a member of the multidisciplinary team in the development of care plans considering the physical, social, spiritual, emotional needs of the resident.

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📌 Personal Support Worker (Canada)
🏢 The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory
📍 Canada