Inside the Circle – June 13, 2023

The ‘Your Wellness Newsletter’ provides wellness information and resources across the NYTHP network, of which Circle of Care is part of. The newsletter highlights upcoming wellness events, challenges and activities.

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Circle of Care requires that all PSWs and Homemakers be certified with valid and current CPR training, and that employees be properly fitted for N95 masks. Upcoming sessions for both CPR and mask fit have been booked for July and August. Appointments must be booked through our vendor, First Aid Care, and can be booked by calling 905-272-9214 or by clicking the button down below.

Important reminders – please read:

• Please arrive at the training session 15 minutes before the class begins.
• After you have booked your appointment, please speak to your Service Coordinator if you need any scheduling arrangements and have clients that you will need to be booked off from to attend the CPR and/or mask fit training. Please try to book a date/time where you do not have client visits scheduled.
• Your schedule will be blocked as ‘unavailable’ for you to attend the session. You do not need to use your phone to sign into the training.
• You will be paid a total of 4 hours for the training (CPR) and 1 hour for mask fit – this will be added to your schedule 1-2 weeks after the session has been completed and you will receive payment. The code will appear on your paystub as ‘Miscellaneous’
• All bookings/cancellations must be managed through the online portal. You will receive a confirmation email/text notification and will also receive a session reminder.

We also encourage you to review our CPR Tips and Guidance below.

Circle of Care and the Joint Health and Safety Committee have launched a mandatory Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) course in Dayforce increase your awareness of MSD risk and prevention.

The training course can be accessed through your Dayforce account, or through the Portal and will take about 20 minutes to complete. This is paid training time, and employees will have until June 30, 2023 to complete the training. Payment will be issued in July.

For step-by-step instructions on how to access Dayforce Learning, please visit our guide. We also encourage you to review the additional resources below:

‘Body mechanics’ is a general term that is used to explain an effort coordinated by the body’s muscles, bones, and nervous system. Body mechanics can be good or bad, and can be directly related to back pain and other physical issues. Using correct body mechanics will help you avoid musculoskeletal strain, injuries to yourself or your client, and tiredness.

Basic Body Mechanic Rules to keep in mind to prevent MSDs:

1. Keep the lower portion of your back in its normal position at all times (not bent)
2. Do not twist your body – instead always use a side step or pivot to move your torso, from your shoulders to your hip, as one solid unit
3. Set your feet into a comfortable and solid wide base of support when lifting. Having a wide base of support gives your body more stability.
4. Keep your head upright and hold your shoulders up
5. Maintain a stable center of gravity to evenly distribute your body weight
6. Keep your center of gravity low, bend your knees and keep your body straight rather than bending your back or your head
7. Hold items close to your body to lower the effect of their weight
8. Bend at your hips and knees instead of your waist to help keep your balance and divide weight easily between upper and lower body
9. Pay attention to your limits; don’t try to do more than you can handle.

Where can we get the corporate code to buy CNE tickets?

The corporate code for Circle of Care is 2023Y7K7GPMP. Please note that the access code provided above is intended for the use of the members/employees of Circle of Care only. Unauthorized use of the code may result in the cancellation of the code without notice.

How to Buy Tickets:

• Visit www.theex.com
• Click on “Corporate Sales” located at the bottom of the page
• Click on “Corporate Login” under Group or Promo Code section
• Complete transaction
• Print tickets at your own printer or present on mobile device

How much can one do, to be nominated for Champions of Care?

Circle of Care’s Champions of Care program is designed to celebrate employees who go above and beyond their daily tasks, and who demonstrate a deep commitment to our values of person-centred care, excellence, accountability, collaboration, equity and innovation. Nominations can be made by other staff members, by supervisors, and by clients and their families. We understand that this system is not perfect, as some supervisors/coordinators are more diligent about nominating PSWs on their teams than others. We continue to work with our CSSs and Service Coordinators to encourage them to nominate PSWs from their teams. If you see a fellow PSW doing an excellent job in their role, you can nominate them! Post your nomination to Applause in the newsfeed, and be sure to be detailed in your nomination.

What is the SEIU BEN DED and SEIU ER COST deduction on our paystub?

The SEIU ER COST is the cost that Circle of Care is paying on your behalf for your union health benefits.

The SEIU BEN DED is your deduction for the same benefits (the amount that you pay towards those benefits).

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We invite you to submit your questions or feedback below. Please note that it may take us longer to provide some answers, so if you’ve asked a question that hasn’t been answered yet, we will get back to you in the coming weeks.