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About the Role
VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is a leading not-for-profit home care provider in Ontario, dedicated to offering high-quality, client-centred care. Our team of nearly 3,000 professionals is committed to helping clients live independently and comfortably in their own homes, schools, retirement homes, and other community settings. We foster an inclusive culture where team members feel welcome and valued, and we offer the freedom and flexibility to manage schedules within the community.
Responsibilities
- Provide assistance with personal care, socialization, and emotional support to diverse client groups.
- Maintain activities of daily living to promote client independence and prevent institutionalization.
- Monitor and report changes in client behavior and condition.
- Encourage client self-determination by following client directions and preferences.
- Conduct all activities within the client care/service plan and VHA policies.
- Assist clients with grooming, dressing, and bathing.
- Assist with meal planning and preparation.
- Assist with mobility and transfers.
- Perform light household duties such as cleaning, laundry, and washing dishes.
- Provide special functions as taught by a regulated health professional.
- Report changes in client behavior and condition.
Requirements
- PSW certification from an approved and recognized educational institution.
- RN/RPN/DSW/HCA/Personal Attendant certification.
- RN or RPN students with a minimum successful completion of 1 year.
- Internationally trained Nurse, Midwife or Physicians.
- Graduates of a paramedic program.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English (equivalent to grade 10 level).
- Must be available to work on the weekends or rotational weekends.
- Ability to travel between assignments within designated areas of work.
- Demonstrated commitment to client and family-centered care.
- Willingness to work with a diverse client base including clients who are elderly, physically challenged and with mental health conditions.
- Demonstrated ability to recognize safety concerns.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively using a computer and/or mobile device.
- Requires good judgment.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to work cooperatively with an interdisciplinary team.
- Must be screened for tuberculosis where required.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification is a definite asset.
- Ability to speak a second language is a definite asset.
- Registered and in good standing with Health and Supportive Care Providers Oversight Authority (HSCPOA) will be an asset.
Skills
- Client-centred care
- Communication
- Computer and/or mobile device usage
- Independent work
- Teamwork
- Judgment
- Safety awareness
Location
- Service area includes Downtown West, Midtown West, Forest Hill, Davisville, Yonge-Eglinton, North Toronto and surrounding neighbourhoods.
Work Type
- Full-time
- Part-time
- Contract
Experience Level
- Entry Level
- Experienced
Education Level
- PSW certification
- RN/RPN/DSW/HCA/Personal Attendant certification
- RN or RPN students (1 year completed)
- Internationally trained Nurse, Midwife or Physicians
- Paramedic program graduates
Salary/Compensations
- $22.42 - $25.17 (placement on salary range as per Collective Agreement)
Benefits
- Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees
- Compensation for education and professional development
- Comprehensive orientation and training
- Mentorship and peer support
- Career development opportunities
- Employee and family assistance program
- Wellness resources
- Perks & discounts
- Staff & service provider events
About the Company
- VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario.
- Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals.
- VHA is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada.
- VHA is an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization designate.
- VHA is a founding member agency of United Way Greater Toronto.
- We lead with purpose, build bonds that matter, and are passionate about providing spectacular care.
Equal Opportunity
- VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization.
- A diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA.
- We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices.
- Opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience.
- VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation.
- Our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups.
- If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.