Personal Support Worker (Behavioral Support) (Temporary Part Time Mixed Shift for 10 Months)
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Requirements
- Graduate of an approved Personal Support Worker course in Ontario, or equivalent
- Minimum 3-5 years experience in Long Term Care setting
- Training in U-First, Gentle Persuasive Approach, Montessori and DementiAbility is preferred
- Current Personal Support Worker of Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care, Nursing Department
- Current CPR Certificate
- Demonstrated competency in working with residents with responsive behaviors.
- Good interpersonal and presentation skills, demonstrated ability to coach and mentor others
- Computer skills - ability to use on-line learning tools and use of electronic communication devices preferred.
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Relevant satisfactory work performance
- Working Condition:
- Considerable standing, walking, lifting and bending
- Exposure to all resident care elements through regular resident contact
- Ability to work mixed shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends and short shifts. May be required to work an alternate shift(s) to meet operational needs (e.g., emergency, training, accommodation, etc.) as per scheduling practices
- This is a temporary part time position for 10 months . There is a high possibility that the assignment will be extended
- Please apply before:
- 2026-06-08
- Salary Range:
- $25.41 - $27.62
- INTERNAL APPLICANTS: PLEASE APPLY THROUGH THE JOBS HUB
- Our people are our greatest strength and the core of our success. We invest in our employees' wellbeing and support their ongoing learning and development. We offer:
- Competitive total compensation package
- Multi-employer pension plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Ongoing learning and development
- Employee education assistance program
- Award winning corporate culture
- Safe, inclusive and supportive work environment
- Successful applicants must provide a recent satisfactory vulnerable sector police reference check and medical clearance certificate.
- Our hiring process involves the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with screening of the applicants' resume.
- This job is posted to fill an existing vacancy.
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Additional Information
Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care (Yee Hong) is a recognized leader in senior care, dedicated to providing exceptional, culturally inclusive services that enhance the well-being of older adults. With a strong reputation for excellence in long-term care, community programs, and aging-in-place initiatives, Yee Hong is committed to supporting seniors in living with dignity, independence, and the best possible quality of life. At the core of its mission is a focus on compassionate, person-centered care tailored to the unique needs of diverse communities. Yee Hong is one of the foremost providers of culturally appropriate senior care in the country, delivering high-quality resident experience and care to Chinese and other Asian seniors since 1994. The organization operates 805 long-term care beds and 308 seniors' apartment units, with an additional 224 long-term care beds opening in a new home by June 2026. In addition, Yee Hong offers four campuses of managed care, a hospice residence, and a wide range of community-based senior and caregiver support services. Through this comprehensive network, the organization serves more than 15,000 individuals annually across the Greater Toronto Area. As part of the BSO team, the BSO Assistant works and supports staff within the home with the ultimate goal of building the capacity of all staff within the home to support residents with responsive/expressive behaviors. Assists in identifying triggers for behavior and supports the development of the behavioral support plan for the residents. The assistant will work under the supervision of the BSO Team lead providing hands on support to the staff
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