Cantonese Speaking Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Cantonese Speaking Personal Support Worker

Join our compassionate home care team dedicated to providing culturally sensitive care to seniors and individuals in the Cantonese-speaking community. As a Cantonese Speaking Personal Support Worker (PSW), you will play a vital role in ensuring our clients maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life in the comfort of their own homes. Fluency in Cantonese is a mandatory requirement to effectively communicate with our clients and understand their cultural needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Personal Care: Provide hands-on assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Companionship & Communication: Offer emotional support and companionship, engaging clients in meaningful activities. Crucially, communicate fluently in Cantonese to alleviate language barriers and facilitate trust.
• Household Support: Perform light housekeeping tasks essential to the client's safety and well-being, such as laundry, tidying, and making beds.
• Meal Preparation: Plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks, often following special dietary requirements and respecting traditional Cantonese/Chinese culinary preferences.
• Mobility & Transfers: Assist clients with safe transfers, ambulation, and prescribed exercises, utilizing mobility aids (e.g., walkers, wheelchairs, lifts) as needed.
• Medication Assistance: Provide medication reminders and assistance as per the care plan and scope of practice.
• Documentation: Accurately observe, report, and document any changes in the client's physical, emotional, or cognitive status to the appropriate supervisor.
• Errands/Escort: Accompany clients to appointments (medical, social) and assist with shopping and errands as required.

Qualifications and Skills

Must-Have Requirements:

• Language Fluency: Must be fluent in Cantonese (verbal and written) and proficient in English. Understanding of Mandarin is a strong asset.
• Certification: Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate, Health Care Aide (HCA) Certificate, or an equivalent qualification (e.g., Certified Caregiver, Foreign-Trained Nurse/Nursing Student).
• Experience: Proven experience of 1-3 years in a home care, long-term care, or community setting, particularly with geriatric care.
• Clearance: Current Vulnerable Sector Check (Criminal Record Check) and proof of up-to-date immunizations (including TB test).
• First Aid/CPR: Valid CPR and Standard First Aid Certification.
• Cultural Competence: A strong understanding and respect for Chinese and Cantonese culture, traditions, and dietary practices.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in dementia, Alzheimer's, or palliative care.
• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Familiarity with electronic charting/documentation systems.

Why Join Our Team?

• Make a tangible difference in the lives of the local Cantonese-speaking community.
• Flexible scheduling options
• Competitive wages and benefits package (if applicable).
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.
• Supportive team environment and ongoing clinical supervision.

Compensation: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour