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March of Dimes Canada Personal Support Worker (PSW) - (FT) - St. Catharines, ON in St. Catharines, Ontario
Support Service Attendant - Full Time 3 Month Contract - St. Catharines
At March of Dimes Canada, our collective work matters . As a leading national charity backed by a history of more than 70 years of impact, we’re dedicated to being Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide.
Our collective efforts are rooted in our Purpose , Vision , and Mission , which inform how we drive all our work forward:
Purpose: Champion equity. Empower ability.
Vision: An inclusive, barrier-free society for people with disabilities.
Mission: To be Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide.
Opportunity
We are currently looking to fill one Full Time contract Support Service Attendant role in St. Catharines - Wellness Supportive Living Program – 15 Gale Cres.
Starting wage is $22.52 per hour. This wage is inclusive of the $3.00 per hour wage enhancement from the Ontario government for hours spent directly supporting clients.
Roles and responsibilities
Assist consumers in their own homes with non-medical activities of daily living in accordance with individual service plans and with March of Dimes Canada policies and procedures:
Personal care
Lifts and Transfers
Rising/retiring
Bowel and bladder procedures
Meal preparation and feeding
Range of motion exercises
Other light housekeeping duties
Perform duties in a professional manner, which respects the dignity and right to privacy and maintains consumer and staff health and safety.
Qualifications and experience
High School graduate or equivalent
Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain
Experience working with individuals with physical disabilities, older adults, or as an informal caregiver considered an asset but not required
Good interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
Physical Demands Self Analysis Required upon hire
Ability to work flexible and regularly scheduled hours
Deadline to apply: December 20, 2024.
Please submit your application through the posting on the MODC website https://marchofdimes.hiringplatform.ca/list/internal
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MODC is dedicated to building and advancing an inclusive and welcoming culture. It’s also why we’re focused on attracting, retaining, and supporting diverse people. Thanks to our progressive practices, team members of all abilities and backgrounds are encouraged to access the opportunities and supports they need to grow, thrive, and succeed. Our READI approach is rooted in our shared belief that championing equity and empowering ability starts by investing in our team members— and in our shared culture — so that we all feel included, safe, and confident at work every single day.