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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, fostering a sense of accomplishment and flexibility for our providers.
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, bathing, meal planning, preparation, mobility, transfers, and light household duties.
- Provide special functions as taught by a regulated health professional.
- Recognize safety concerns and communicate effectively.
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 elderly, physically challenged, and those with mental health conditions.
- Demonstrated ability to recognize safety concerns and communicate effectively using a computer and/or mobile device.
- Requires good judgment, ability to work independently, and 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
- Communication
- Computer and/or mobile device usage
- Independent work
- Teamwork
- Client-centered care
- Safety awareness
- Judgment
Location
- Service area includes Downtown East, Midtown East, East York, Leaside, Thorncliffe Park, Danforth, Riverdale, Leslieville 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.
- VHA is a leading learning organization.
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.