Guest Attendant - Part Time - Tendercare

EXTENDICARE; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Job summary

EXTENDICARE is seeking a part-time Personal Support Worker to provide direct care in a long-term care setting in Ontario. You will assist residents with daily living activities and support participation in programs while maintaining documentation and care plans.

The role requires a PSW program (600 hours) and prior nursing experience in long-term care, with strong empathy and teamwork. Bilingual Cantonese/Mandarin is a plus. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Completed PSW program meeting provincial standards and at least 600 hours total.
• Nursing experience in long-term care required.
• Knowledge of care planning systems and documentation.
• Able to communicate in English; Cantonese/Mandarin skills are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with ambulation, feeding, bathing and grooming.
• Encourage participation in activity programs and assist to/from activities.
• Assist with meal service and nourishment delivery; provide feeding assistance as needed.
• Provide emotional and social support including palliative care.
• Adhere to policies on documentation, QA, safety, infection control.
• Consult with supervisor on unit activities and resident care matters.
• Participate in care conferences and document resident care plans.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Independent work

Palliative care sensitivity

Speaking Cantonese/Mandarin (asset)

Education

PSW program (600+ hours)

Job description

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

CLOSING DATE

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.

Time Type

Part time

Compensation Details

$22.66 - $24.36

We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care home. When you join us, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

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. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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 hiring process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail].

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.