H&W Workforce Inc

02/24/2021

H&W Workforce is committed to the safety of our staff and the protection of the public. We encourage everyone to wear a mask. Not just to protect yourself but to also protect your neighbors.

02/13/2021

Long Term care Ontario nightmare demands the search for an Alternative solution.

The past year, we have seen the worst when it comes to Long-Term Care (LTC) services in Ontario. The number of deaths has increased significantly in the province and they are getting worst. To date, The Public Health Case and Contact Management Solution (CCM) reported over 3694 deaths of LTC residents and 11 staff. What are the alternative ways to keep our love ones safe?

According to the International Long-term care policy network people living in long-term care homes in Canada have been far more likely to die from (Covid-19) than the rest of the population. According to Stat Canada, from April 24, 2020 to February 02, 2021 in Ontario alone we have had 14,616 residents infected with Covid-19 among them 3,578 deaths and with an estimation of 224 (35.8%) of long-term care homes in Ontario with current outbreaks. Sadly, we noticed the pandemic has hit vulnerable older adults. The pandemic exposed many long-standing deficiencies and gaps in long-term care services.

Care Watch an advocating community quality care organization reported in their December 2020 E-bulletin “The covid-19 has triggered many provincial policy developments, notably the restructuring of our health system, home and community care services system into the new super agency – Ontario Health. This new agency will carry the mission to deliver services, including home and community care, within defined geographic regions.”

Pat Armstrong, a sociologist at York University in Toronto, argues that a lack of government oversight and accountability to residents, especially in Canada's privately owned, profit-oriented long-term care facilities—which account for 54% of all facilities—has deeply darkened the picture. “There's plenty of evidence of lower-quality care in the privately owned facilities”, says Armstrong.

Furthermore, Nathan Stall, a geriatrician at Toronto's Mount Sinai Hospital stated that “It was noticed very early on during the COVID-19 pandemic that some of the worst outbreaks were happening in for-profit, privately owned homes”.

At Health & Wellness Workforce Inc. advocates for a stronger home and community care system to help seniors continue to live safely in their own homes and communities. By providing in-home support for the elderly, it is possible to reduce significantly the risks arising from future epidemics and pandemics.

02/13/2021

01/12/2021

Required Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

· Must possess Personal Support Worker certification, (but, also open to nursing students and, internationally trained nurses);

· Ability to travel across Peel, York, and Durham Region to various locations throughout the six-month contract. H&WW will attempt to assign PSW’s to locations that are geographically close to their homes when, and where possible;

· Prior experience working in a Long-Term Care/Retirement home setting would be beneficial however not required;

· Outstanding focus and understanding of patient safety;

· Exemplary skills in delivering high-quality patient care in a variety of settings;

· A proven track record of being accountable for multiple deliverables, reporting and high- quality performance;

· Experience in independent problem solving while recognizing when support from peers and supervisors is required.

Your Role will Require:

· Developing respectful working relationships with patients and their families to meet care needs;

· Being respectful of the dignity and individuality of each patient;

· Providing personal care to meet the physical, psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of each patient;

· Observing, assessing, and reporting changes in patients’ behaviors and activities;

· Participating in multidisciplinary teamwork;

· Ongoing adherence to all COVID-19 protocols in place at Long Term Care or Retirement Home where PSW services are being provided. Safe use of all required PPE as directed by location management/ and Closing the Gap Health and Safety Team;

· Regular access to a mobile device that is capable of receiving text messages to ensure you can receive messages regarding shift assignments/changes;

· Physical lifting abilities.

12/19/2020

Personal Support Worker (PSW) Needed

Looking for skilled PSWs who are passionate about providing quality care to our clients living at their own homes and other healthcare facilities. The successful PSW provides client-centered and personal care services.

Working with H&W Workforce agency is right for you if you are looking for a casual and more flexible hour where you will also get the opportunity to experience the different healthcare settings as well as client needs.

Please send us your resume.

12/19/2020

Truly Professional Caregivers

The H&W Workforce commitment to Professional Caregiving sets the bar high. Our rigorous, best-in-the-industry standards are there to ensure our client families receive safe, skilled, professional support with the highest level accountability.

We expect the highest degree of professionalism, skill, warmth and respect in everything our Caregivers do.

12/19/2020

COVID-19 New

In these strange and challenging times, H&W Workforce is here to support you, your family, and our Caregivers, in the safe delivery of the care and professional support you trust.

Our highest priority is the health and safety of our Clients and our Caregivers. Because of this, we follow key processes and procedures:

• Health screens for every client before each caregiver visit
• Health screens for every caregiver prior to the start of each day
• A policy of wearing a mask for every client, every time
• Keeping client care teams small and dedicated to specific settings or families
• PPE protocol above best practice guidelines from Public Health
• Client and caregiver access to our RN for any COVID-related questions, discussions, fears

12/16/2020

Why You Should Consider Working For H&W Workforce as a PSW.

We offer extremely rewarding and challenging opportunities. Working as a personal support worker (PSW) brings a wealth of opportunity for caring for elders in community homes, long-term care facilities and hospitals.

If you are a passionate personal support worker, here are some great reasons to apply at H&W Workforce:

• Gain exposure and experience by working in different environment
• Enjoy flexibility and a little bit more scheduling freedom
• Training Options to prepare candidates for their next job assignment
• Help transition from short term contracts to more permanent work