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Position Type: Part-time
Location: London, Ontario
Date Posted: Nov 04, 2016
Experience: 1 Year
Highview Residences

Job Description

Highview Residences is a secure, specialized residence for people with Alzheimer’s
disease and related dementia.
The ideal candidate for the PSW position will be a positive, creative, flexible person who
puts the needs of the residents first. Reporting to the Director of Highview, London (or
their delegate), the PSW will provide personal care to the residents of Highview with
compassion and excellence, meeting the physical, social, spiritual and emotional needs of
these residents. The PSW will work with cooperation and kindness with the other
members of the care team, under the supervision of the nurse in charge.
Shifts & Availability: We are currently receiving resumes for qualified PSW candidates
with a minimum of 2 years of experience as a PSW, including at least 1-year of experience
working with people with dementia. Shifts will be to a recurring Master Schedule and
include days, afternoons, evenings and over night.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Personal care for elderly persons with dementia, including bathing, dressing, toileting,
feeding, making breakfasts and snacks, laundry, housekeeping, cueing, redirecting,
mental stimulation and other tasks as assigned
• Attend all Highview training and associate meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
• Personal Support Worker certificate
• A minimum of 1 year experience working with the population served, minimum 2-
years as a PSW
• Must be available to work all shifts including days, afternoons, evenings and weekends
• An understanding of the needs and realities of the elderly, including matters of
mobility and communication, such as Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementia
• Have a current vulnerable persons check
• Safe food handlers certificate, CPR and GPA required
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to adapt to frequently changing and challenging situations

To apply please email your resume only (no cover letter required) to:
jobs@highviewres.com
Please: no services, no drop-off of resume and no phone calls.
Deadline to apply for this November 9, 2016, 9:00 am
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London, Ontario