The Timmins Native Friendship Centre (TNFC) is an award-winning Friendship Centre in that provides services and programs to support the cultural heritage of Indigenous peoples and assist in their inclusion and participation in urban life. We strive to improve the quality of life for urban Indigenous peoples living in the Timmins area by providing intervention, direct services, advocacy and support in the areas of health, education, employment and training, culture, recreation and social services. A rewarding and enriching career awaits you if you are skilled at critical thinking, building relationships, take personal accountability for getting things done and enjoy working as part of a team to collaboratively solve problems.

If you are ready to work in our fast-paced environment in the capacity of Personal Support Worker (PSW) submit your resume today. PSW will ensure the development and provision of culturally appropriate community support services for urban Indigenous seniors/elders, people with disabilities, the chronically ill, and those with special needs. This job specifically seeks a certified Personal Support Worker (PSW) who will support clients with daily personal care needs and activities of daily living.

Qualifications:

Current Personal Support Worker (PSW) certification obtained through successfully completing a PSW training program from an accredited/recognized institution.

• The candidate will have a minimum of one (1) year of demonstrated and related work experience with health and social services.
• Completed vulnerable sector check and CPIC
• Strong knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and history.
• Knowledge of Long Term Care and Indigenous peoples
• Spoken and written English, the ability to speak Cree is and asset
• Willingness to work flexible hours
• Awareness of the Friendship movement, its aims and objectives
• Registered membership with the Ontario Personal Support Worker Association (OPSWA) or equivalent is strongly encouraged.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Valid CPR/AED-Level C Certification.
• Upon hiring an updated immunization record with a negative TB test completed within the last 12 months will be requested.
• Ability to lift approximately 55 pounds, complete physically demanding tasks, frequent movements such as climbing stairs, standing, bending, reaching etc.
• Working within clients’ homes and ability to travel.
• Working within clients’ home yet able to accompany/transport client to appointments

Working Hours:

Works a flexible 35 hour work week,. It is mandatory to ensure the program consists of a minimum of two (2) evening or weekend programming per month. Salary range $ 60,000-$65,000, Health benefits, cultural and wellness days.

TNFC is committed to an inclusive, barrier free selection process. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of accommodation measures you may require during the selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

*Three (3) employment references will be required at the time of the interview* Special working conditions cover a range of circumstances from regular days, some occasional weekends, working outdoors, working with challenging clients, travel and so forth.