Home Support Worker (HSW)

CarePartners; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Ontario is seeking Home Support Workers to promote independence for patients in home care settings. This role involves assisting with daily living activities and requires a caring nature and a valid driver's license. Competitive wages starting at $20.42 per hour along with PAID training and bonuses are offered.

Benefits

Competitive wages

$500 signing bonus

PAID mileage at 0.45 per/km

Health & dental benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Ability to attend the full time training program.
• Current vulnerable sector check screening.
• Clear background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living for patients.
• Provide professional, compassionate care in home settings.
• Help with bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and companionship.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Caring nature

Community support

Education

Valid driver's license (G or G2 Classification)

Job description

Who We Are

CarePartners is one of Ontario’s largest accredited home health care providers, providing nursing, personal support, therapy and rehabilitation support services for patients of all ages. We care for approximately 72,000 patients each year in homes, schools, clinics, workplaces and retirement homes, through our 24 locations and 24 nursing clinics. CarePartners is proud of its commitment to quality, relentlessly seeking to improve the patient and caregiver experience, promoting a healthy and resilient workplace culture, and contributing to a sustainable healthcare system in Ontario.

Overview

Home Support Workers are an integral part of a health care team, and in this role, you will encourage, support, and promote independence for patients in home and community care settings by assisting with activities of daily living under the supervision of our Personal Support Manager.

We are looking for Home Support Workers (HSWs) to help us bring patient and family-centered care to in patients in the Haliburton and Minden area.Are you someone we should meet?

This course consists of virtual and in-person training. The following is required for attendance in the program:

• Internet access
• A laptop or device that has a webcam and is compatible with Microsoft Teams (CarePartners equipment will be available to attend training upon request)

What We Offer

Competitive Wages, Incentives and Perks

• 9 days of Full Time PAID virtual training (Monday to Friday)
• 3 days of PAID hands-on skills training with an educator
• Paid orientation and 24 hours of preceptorship from an experienced PSW
• Competitive wage starting at $20.42 per hour
• A special $500 bonus for signing with CarePartners
• PAID MILEAGE at 0.45 per/km PLUS travel time
• Access to group discounts, including exclusive discounts from various retailers
• Total rewards program which includes health & dental benefits
• A robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members
• Flexible hours and a variety of assignments
• Opportunities for continuing education and training
• Hands on mentoring and leadership support
• Opportunities to volunteer in countries with limited access to healthcare services

What The Role Involves

CarePartners HSWs provide professional, compassionate care in homes and residences in the community. HSWs assist with activities of daily living, allowing patients and families to live life to the fullest with dignity and independence:

• Bathing, showering, personal hygiene
• Dressing
• Meal preparation
• Transferring/repositioning
• Light housekeeping
• Bowel/bladder care
• Socializing and companionship

What You Bring

• A caring nature and willingness to help others through excellent customer service
• A desire to support your community and enhance someone’s quality of life
• Ability to attend the full time training program
• A valid driver’s license (G or G2 Classification), access to a reliable vehicle, and proof of automobile insurance
• To protect our patients, we require current vulnerable sector check screening, and a clear background check *

CarePartners In Your Community

In addition to providing home-based health care, CarePartners also serves the community through clinics, transitional care units, and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program, we’ve been organizing staff-led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009.

Accessibility

CarePartners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities. Candidates can request accommodations at any time in the hiring process.

Artificial Intelligence

CarePartners uses iCIMs as part of our recruitment and hiring process. While we incorporate select Artificial Intelligence (AI) features to enhance process efficiency, we remain committed to human-led decision making. All AI-generated outputs are subject to human review to ensure accuracy and fairness.

This job posting is available due to an existing vacancy.