Community Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Home Care Assistance of Barrie, Ontario; Beaverton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A home care service provider is hiring casual PSWs or Caregivers in Beaverton to assist clients with daily living activities. Ideal candidates should have PSW certification or similar experience and a valid driver's license. Flexible scheduling and benefits available after 30 hours per week make this an appealing opportunity for those passionate about helping others.

Benefits

Pay starting at $19-$21

Benefits plan after 30+ hours per week

4% vacation pay on every pay

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• PSW certification preferred.
• Access to a reliable vehicle and valid driver's license required.
• Completion of Police Vulnerable Sector Check within the last 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and Activities of Daily Living.
• Prepare meals and perform light housekeeping.
• Provide emotional support and maintain communication with clients.

Skills

Ability to assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

Experience as a Caregiver or PSW

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

PSW certification from a public college

Valid CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Are you looking for a career helping others? Looking for a company that values passion and rewards its employees with great benefits? Your search is over – a PSW with Home Care Assistance is the job for you!

We are seeking casual PSWs or Caregivers for a community client in the Beaverton area. The ideal candidate should be comfortable running errands. Scheduling is flexible, but open availability is an asset.

Job Benefits:

• Pay starting at $19-$21 depending on experience
• Benefits plan available after working 30+ hours per week*
• 4% vacation pay on every pay
• Flexible hours

The successful candidate’s areas of responsibility will include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and personal care including eating, dressing, transferring, toileting, hygiene, grooming, and bathing as per client's care plan
• Preparing meals for clients and completing light housekeeping as needed
• Providing cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual support
• Maintaining open communication with clients and their families
• Monitoring care plans and adding detailed documentation with any changes and updates
• Responding to all emergency situations
• All other duties, as assigned

Key qualifications for this position will include, but are not limited to:

• PSW certification from a public college/learning centre OR additional NACC certification is preferred*
• Caregiver, HSW, or PSW experience is required*
• Access to a reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s license
• Valid CPR/First Aid certification
• Completion of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check within the last 6 months
• Satisfactory professional references
• Ability to accurately follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to anticipate problems and use sound judgment and tact in handling confidential matters

Please submit the appropriate documents for review.

Questions? Please contact Jennifer at 705-503-2273 ext. 3 or [e-mail]

Home Care Assistance welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

AI technology is used during the recruitment process for pre-screening purposes and to match resumes with job requirements.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Home Care Assistance. Please note, we ask for 5-7 business days to review applications, and only successful candidates will be contacted to move forward.