Home Support Worker - Pathway to PSW

111013 ParaMed Inc.; Stratford; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training program

Health and dental benefits

Company-paid mobile device

Mileage compensation

Education allowance for employees and

PSW Bridging Program paid by ParaMed

Employee Assistance Program

Exclusive offers for employees

Job summary

ParaMed Inc. in Ontario is seeking a Part-time Home Support Worker to provide in-home care across communities. You will travel between patients, assist with meals, housekeeping, personal care, and companionship to support daily living needs.

The role emphasizes compassion, reliability, and willingness to visit patients in their homes, with potential for full-time hours after training. Valid driver’s license and vehicle access are required.

Qualifications

• Compassion and listening skills.
• Passion for helping the community.
• Willingness to visit patients' residences in designated areas.
• Ability to work every other weekend.
• Experience with seniors and/or children is an asset.
• Ability to pass a Criminal Background screening upon hire.
• Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Travel from patient to patient completing several home visits per day.
• Prepare meals and assist with meal-time.
• Basic housekeeping duties.
• Provide companionship and support the well-being of patients.
• Assist with personal hygiene care including showering and bathing.
• Support for basic activities of daily living.

Skills

Compassion

Active listening

Community-focused

Willingness to visit residences

Ability to work every other weekend

Driver license

Access to a vehicle

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Kickstart your career in healthcare with ParaMed! Receive free, paid training through our comprehensive 3-week, in-class Home Support Worker training program, designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to provide quality care in the community. Upon successful completion of the program, you\'ll be eligible for full-time hours and benefits!

Why you\'ll love working here:

Best in class training and development programs Celebration and Recognition programs Comprehensive health and dental benefit plans Company paid mobile device Mileage compensation Opportunities for education allowance for employees and family Opportunity to attend a PSW Certificate Bridging Program, paid fully by ParaMed Employee Assistance Program Employee perks and exclusive offers

What you\'ll do:

• travel from patient to patient completing several home visits per day
• Prepare meals and assist with meal-time
• Basic housekeeping duties
• Provide companionship and support the well-being of patients
• Assist with personal hygiene care including showering and bathing
• Support for basic activities of daily living

What you bring:

• Compassion and listening skills
• Passion for making a difference in your community
• Willingness to visit patient\'s residences within a designated area
• Ability to work every other weekend
• Experience working with seniors and/or children is an asset
• Ability to pass or satisfy a Criminal Background screening upon hire
• Previous experience performing personal hygiene care is an asset but not necessary
• Valid driver license and access to a vehicle
• High school diploma or equivalent.

*** This is a new vacancy

Time Type

Part time

Compensation Details

$17.60 - $17.60

ParaMed is Canada\'s leading provider of home health care services, driven by a mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals delivers a wide range of services to meet the full care spectrum of care needs including high-quality nursing, therapeutic, personal support and home support. We work hand-in-hand with health system partners to deliver personalized and coordinated care, support independent living and relieve capacity pressures on hospitals. Today, our national reach enables expanded access to care in homes and communities across Canada, allowing us to support more people in more places than ever before.

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.

ParaMed is 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. ParaMed is 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. 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.

ParaMed is Canada\'s leading provider of home health care services, driven by a mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals delivers a wide range of services to meet the full care spectrum of care needs including high-quality nursing, therapeutic, personal support and home support. We work hand-in-hand with health system partners to deliver personalized and coordinated care, support independent living and relieve capacity pressures on hospitals. Today, our national reach enables expanded access to care in homes and communities across Canada, allowing us to support more people in more places than ever before.

Our Mission To provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our Vision Everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives. Our 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.