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Position title

Physical care attendant.

Purpose of position

• To provide 24 hour attendant care and assistance to persons with a physical disability, in their own home.
• Attendant care shall mean the provision of such services, on a 24 hour basis, as may be required by the tenant, including tenants who are technologically dependent, in order that all activities of daily living can be accomplished in a reasonable time span.

Occupational Health and Safety

• PCIL/CPVA requires each employee to work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and report to the supervisor any contravention of the Act or regulations, or any hazard they are aware of. Employees must report any work related injury or illness to the appropriate individual immediately.

Qualifications and knowledge

• An appropriate combination of physical care experience and education is required. The staff person must possess strong interpersonal communication skills and have a common sense approach to problem solving. The position requires that staff work without direct supervision and be able to manage time effectively. Good physical health and certification in CPR and First Aid are required. Some positions require bilingualism.

Organizational Responsibilities

• Knowledge and adherence to the policies and procedures of PCIL/CPVA.
• Attending and participating in staff meetings and in-service programs.
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisor and Executive Director re: safety concerns, issues affecting tenants, etc.
• Maintenance of staff unit: staff are required to perform housekeeping duties which include, but not necessarily limited to tidying, vacuuming, cleaning of kitchen, bathroom and laundering of staff linens.
• Other related duties and other duties deemed necessary by management.

Service Responsibilities

• Respecting the tenant's right to self-determination.
• Under the direction of the tenant, provided attendant care, which shall include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:
  1. Physical care: bowel and bladder care of a routine and stabilized nature, i.e., condom care and bowel disimpaction; skin care and positioning; personal grooming; transfer; dressing and undressing, suctioning and tracheotomy care.
  2. Activities of daily living assistance (ADL): light housekeeping; household and personal laundry; meal preparation; feeding; care of specialized equipment, including ventilators and related equipment.
     

Email resume to: Elaine McNaughton .