Guest Attendant - Part Time - Tendercare

122009 Tendercare Nursing Homes Limited; Toronto; On-site; CAD 32,465,000 - 34,900,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking a part-time Personal Support Worker at Tendercare Living Centre in Scarborough, Ontario to assist residents with ambulation, feeding, bathing and daily activities.

You will contribute to care planning, document care activities, and collaborate with a supportive team while communicating with residents and families.

Proficiency in English is required; Cantonese or Mandarin is an asset. Hourly pay ranges from $22.66 to $24.36, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• PSW program meeting standards with 600+ hours.
• Nursing experience in long-term care required.
• Able to read/write English and use care planning docs.
• Cantonese or Mandarin language ability is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct resident care including ambulation, feeding, bathing.
• Support participation in activities and meal service.
• Document care plans and communicate with supervisor.
• Provide emotional and social support to residents and families.
• Follow infection control and safety procedures.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Reading English

Cantonese

Mandarin

Education

PSW program with 600 hours

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing direct care for residents; assists with ambulation, feeding, bathing and grooming.
• Encourages participation in activity programs by assisting residents to and from activities.
• Assists with meal service and nourishment delivery to residents and provides feeding assistance as required.
• Provides emotional and social support to residents/families including palliative care.
• Adheres to established departmental polices and procedures regarding documentation, quality assurance, fire, safety, environment and infection control.
• Consults with and informs supervisor of unit activities, needs and matters related to resident care.
• Participates in care conferences and documentation related to resident care plans.

Qualifications

• Completed a PSW Program that meets the appropriate standards established by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, the National Association of Career Colleges, or the Ontario Community Support Association and must be a minimum of 600 hours in duration (including class time and practical experience time)
• Nursing Experience in long-term care required
• Knowledge and experience in care planning systems and documentation required
• Mentally and physically able to perform duties as assigned
• Ability to communicate positively with other staff, residents and families
• Ability to Speak Cantonese or Mandarin is an asset
• Demonstrates empathy, concern and interest in providing quality care and service to residents
• Demonstrates organizational skills and ability to complete assignments in a timely fashion
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to provide resident care in accordance with application legislation, job routines, nursing care plans, ability to read and write English and understand verbal and written instructions in English.
• Ability to communicate in Cantonese & Mandarin preferred

Location

Tendercare Living Centre, 1020 McNicoll Avenue, Scarborough, ON M1W 2J6

Compensation

• Time Type: Part-time
• Compensation Details: $22.66 - $24.36
• We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position. Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth.

Closing Date

November 30, 2026

Accommodation & Accessibility

In Ontario, Extendicare, ParaMed Home Health Care and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodation needs must be provided in advance. To discuss your needs, please contact the individual noted in the posting.

If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices.

We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

We are committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process.

We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation.

Indigenous Acknowledgement

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations.

We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.

Employer Profile

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of the growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of 99 long-term care homes (59 owned, 40 under management contracts), deliver approximately 14.0 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 153,600 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs approximately 23,000 individuals and manages an additional 5,000 joint venture employees, all of whom are highly qualified, trained and dedicated team members and passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

Mission

To provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home.

Vision

Everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives.

Values

• We embrace every person for the individual they are.
• We care for each person as we would our own family.
• We collaborate with others because we achieve more together.
• We are relentless in our efforts to improve.
• We respect the resources entrusted to us.