VISION AND MISSION
What is NACC/PSW?
The vision of the NACCPSW is to maintain, promote and enhance a recognizable professional status for front-line health Caregivers/Personal Support Workers and Professional Childcare Workers. In pursuit of this vision the NACCPSW will, through participatory consultation, and the provision of support services, represent its members to all.
As the authoritative voice of the profession in Canada, the NACCPSW will at all times be aware of the directions and trends in the Health Care Field and respond to these in an appropriate manner reflecting its commitment to act as a custodian of the professional ethic.
The National Association of Certified Caregivers/Personal Support Workers is a non-profit voice of the Front Line Personal Support Workers.
The NACCPSW is a member driven, non-profit Society, aided by an Executive Director and office staff.
NACCPSW representatives are active volunteers from the identified members of the NACCPSW membership, who organize, provide leadership, and serve as advocates of the profession in our rapidly changing social and political environment.
The NACCPSW leads its membership in presenting and promoting a professional image to government, employers, the public, educational institutions, business, and to other Health Care professions.
The NACCPSW represents the common interests of Certified Caregivers/Personal Support Workers and Professional Childcare Support Workers. It offers a comprehensive package of benefits that enhances the professional image of Health Care Certified/Personal Support Workers.
The Continuing Mission of the CPSW is:
• To stay current and informed as front line caregivers
• To affirm a sense of pride in being a support worker
• To access continuing education and professional development
• To increase employment opportunities (CPSW Certification)
• To promote Standards of Care and Continuous Quality Improvement (discounts, liability insurance, affinity programs)
• To strengthen the collective voice of support professionals and to participate and make a difference (leadership and skill building opportunities)
NACC/PSW MANDATE
The NACC/PSW promotes awareness of care giving through nursing, social work and home making skills, so that professional values are understood, respected and optimized within the health system.
• NACC/PSW Members Demonstrate Care, Commitment, Co-operation, Compassion, and Competence with Service in the Workplace (The 5 Cs)
• Continuous Quality Improvement in the Standards of Care
• Registry of Certified Caregivers/Personal Support Workers
• Insurance Benefits Plans
• Advocacy for Caregivers and Caregiving in the Interest of Public Service
• An ABC Plan for Personal Support Workers that stands for Advocacy, Benefits and Curriculum
NACC/PSW advocates public policy that incorporates the principles of primary health care (access, inter-disciplinary, patient and community involvement, health promotion including determinants of health and appropriate technology/roles/models) and respects the principles, conditions and spirit of the Canada Health Act.
NACC/PSW facilitates the self-regulation of CPSWs, in that NACPSW advances international health, care giving, and the development of the front line CPSW in Canada and abroad to support global health and equity.
PSW Certification Examination: The certification exam applications are available at NACC/PSW.
CPSW Attitudes and Attributes: Empathy, Flexibility, Assertiveness, Respect for Confidentiality, Sense of Humour, Open-minded, Dedication, Caring/Compassionate, Patient, Role Model, Respectful, Positive/Optimistic, Confident/Self-accepting/Good Self-image, Approachable/Friendly, Responsible/Accountable, Motivated/Initiative/Active, Interested, Objective/Impartial, Nonjudgmental, Cooperative, Trustworthy, Honest, Humble, Treat People As Equals, Good Appearance (Neat), Supportive/Encouraging, Realistic, Self-disciplined, Reliable, Outgoing, Prompt/Punctual, Community-minded/Willing to Volunteer, Able to Accept Criticism, Attentive, Genuine, Pleasant/Courteous, Resourceful/Creative, Inner Strength, Willing/Able to Assess Self.
All Certified Caregivers/Personal Support Workers after three years of membership will be able to apply for insurance benefits for themselves and family.